Senior Breakfast Chef - The Promenade in London

Join us as a Senior Breakfast Chef at The Dorchester, recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in and ‘Hotel of the year – London’ at the 2024 AA Hospitality Awards. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected by our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Senior Breakfast Chef , you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You'll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award‑winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story.

What you’ll get

Our success is a result of our employees. We believe that everyone part of our team should share the rewards. For this position, here are just some of the benefits you will receive:

• Competitive salary and employee bonus scheme
• Complimentary stays in our hotels, subject to availability with breakfast included
• World‑class training and development
• 50% F&B discount at selected restaurants within Dorchester Collection
• Complimentary laundry service
• Access to our online benefits and discounts platform
• Complimentary Chiropodist foot treatments and back rubs
• Recognition schemes including our employee of the month programme
• Social events throughout the year, including our summer boat party and winter ball
• Complimentary meal whilst on shift at our staff restaurant
• Employee Introductory Scheme – £750

What you’ll do

• You will be responsible for daily food preparations during the day, creating dishes ranging from informal dining for breakfast and lunch, and will supervise and lead all cooking personnel in your section together with the Junior Sous Chef or in their absence.
• You will participate in menu planning and be responsible for maintaining budgeted food and recipe costs.
• You will train and develop other kitchen team members to ensure guests receive the best experience.
• You’ll show flexibility and creativity in dealing with guests’ special requests or any challenges that may arise during the day.

The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Senior Breakfast Chef , but we’ll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process (such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself), please do call People & Culture team on or email so that we can discuss how we can support you through this process.

What you’ll bring

• All of our employees are ambassadors of our Vision, Values and culture. Our Breakfast Chef do this with all they do.
• We encourage the unique personalities and passions of our employees, working together; as a team, a hotel and Collection.
• Our guests forge our legacy. Knowing and understanding them is our goal, valuing kindness over process.
• In a fast‑moving world, we remain consistent and relevant, requiring flexibility from everyone on the team.
• English is the primary language used in our hotel. Our Breakfast Chef must feel comfortable communicating in this language.

Job Location

United Kingdom

Location

53 Park Lane, Mayfair W1K 1QA London

Reference

2026‑6382

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