We are looking for an experienced and passionate Breakfast Chef to join our friendly and dedicated kitchen brigade.

Our kitchen is at the heart of the hotel, delivering exceptional dining experiences across our Restaurant, Lounge Bar, and Meetings & Events operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit brigade that takes pride in producing fresh, high-quality food while delivering outstanding service to our guests.

We believe our people make the difference, so we're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to exceeding guest expectations every day.

Why join the Wren’s team?

At The Wren, we love what we do, and we’re looking to grow our team with people who share our passion for success. We want individuals who will bring their own style to every experience and put our guests at the heart of everything they do. We pride ourselves on our team, and we work hard to take their careers to new heights. As part of the Wren's team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Stream – flexible access to your earned wages & financial coaching App
• A paid day off for your birthday
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• Saroving Rewards for going the extra mile & delivering exceptional guest service
• Employee appreciation events
• Family & Friends Accommodation rates & employee F & B discounts at all hotels in the group
• Opportunities for training and development & recognising your potential

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Breakfast Chef preparing both buffet and à la carte breakfast service
• An NVQ Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in Professional Cookery or Food Production.
• A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
• A good understanding of current Health & Safety and Food Safety legislation.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining consistently high standards.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work 40 hours per week on a 5 days from 7 rota, including weekends, with shifts starting from 5:30am.

Key Responsibilities

As our Breakfast Chef, you will:

• Prepare all mise en place required for each breakfast service.
• Produce a high-quality selection of buffet and à la carte breakfast dishes, both hot and cold.
• Ensure buffet displays are well presented, fully stocked, and replenished throughout service to maximise guest satisfaction.
• Prepare staff meals, maintaining the same high standards of quality and presentation.
• Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen and ensure full compliance with food hygiene and health & safety procedures.
• Carry out and record food temperature checks in accordance with Food Safety Regulations.
• Work closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure a smooth, efficient, and enjoyable breakfast service for every guest.

Please note: there is no staff car parking on site at the hotel, but plenty of secure space to store bicycles and with great access to local bus and train services

In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.