Breakfast Chef

St Martins Lane by Morgans Original

Start Every Guest's Day with Something Extraordinary

In a five-star lifestyle hotel, breakfast is far more than the first meal of the day. It's the first impression, the first experience, and often the moment that sets the tone for a guest's entire stay.

We're looking for a passionate Breakfast Chef to join our culinary team and help create exceptional mornings for our guests. From perfectly cooked classics to beautifully presented fresh dishes, you'll take pride in delivering a breakfast experience that reflects the quality, style, and personality of our hotel.

This is the perfect opportunity for a chef who enjoys early starts, values quality and consistency, and thrives in an environment where every detail matters.

The Opportunity

As Breakfast Chef, you'll take ownership of the most important service of the day, ensuring every guest receives a memorable start to their morning.

You'll be responsible for preparing and presenting a wide range of breakfast offerings whilst maintaining the exceptional standards expected within a five-star hotel environment.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Preparing and presenting high-quality breakfast dishes to five-star standards
  • Managing and leading the breakfast service with confidence and efficiency
  • Ensuring breakfast buffets and à la carte offerings are consistently well-stocked and beautifully presented
  • Maintaining exceptional food quality, consistency, and attention to detail
  • Supporting lunch preparation and smooth kitchen handovers where required
  • Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness
  • Building positive working relationships across the kitchen and front-of-house teams
  • Helping create memorable guest experiences through exceptional food and service

Benefits

  • Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
  • Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
  • Eye care
  • Free legal & money advice
  • Counseling sessions
  • Hospital & death benefit plans
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
  • Recipe ideas
  • Advice on keeping active and healthy living
  • Wellbeing podcasts and tv
  • Breathing exercises
  • 24/7 advice and support line
  • Team reward & recognition
  • Free meals on duty

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work and genuinely enjoys creating outstanding food experiences.

You'll ideally have:

  • Experience as a Breakfast Chef, Chef de Partie, or Commis Chef within a quality hotel or restaurant environment
  • A passion for fresh food, exceptional presentation, and guest satisfaction
  • The ability to work independently and confidently manage breakfast service
  • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
  • A positive, reliable, and professional approach
  • Good knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance standards
  • The ability to remain calm and organised in a busy service environment
  • A genuine desire to learn, grow, and develop a career within luxury hospitality

Most importantly, you'll be someone who understands that great hospitality starts with creating memorable moments for guests from the very beginning of their day.

Hotel

At St Martins Lane, a Morgans Originals hotel, we don't just create memorable stays—we create unforgettable experiences. Located in the vibrant heart of Covent Garden, our hotel is a destination for those who thrive on creativity, individuality and connection. Renowned for its iconic design, bold personality and electric atmosphere, St Martins Lane brings together passionate people who love delivering exceptional service and making every guest interaction count

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.