Breakfast Chef in Cheadle

Brightstar is an award-winning hospitality management company, with a proven track record in delivering excellence. Our motto is people, quality, profit, and it’s no accident that people come first. We know that great things come from great people! We are passionate about creating an environment where our employees can bring their A-game and be their best selves.

As a Breakfast Chef, you play a key role in delivering a high-quality breakfast experience for our guests. You lead breakfast service from the kitchen, preparing fresh, well-presented dishes while supporting smooth service and strong teamwork. You thrive in early starts and fast-paced mornings, taking pride in consistency, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction. Brightstar’s values guide how we work: Have Fun, Enjoy Your Work, Act with Integrity, Reach for More, and Take Care. As Breakfast Chef, you live these values through your standards, teamwork, and commitment to food safety and quality.

Objectives of this role:

• Prepare and present breakfast dishes to high standards of taste and appearance.
• Lead smooth and timely breakfast service.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.
• Work closely with the breakfast service team to deliver a positive guest experience.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and company standards without compromise.

Key Responsibilities

People

• Work collaboratively with the kitchen and breakfast service teams.
• Communicate clearly during service to ensure smooth delivery.
• Support colleagues during busy periods.
• Treat all team members with respect and professionalism.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive kitchen culture.
• Represent Brightstar values through behaviour and teamwork.

Quality

• Prepare breakfast dishes according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Ensure consistent portioning and plating.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of your workstation at all times.
• Prepare ingredients efficiently for service.
• Adapt dishes to meet dietary requirements and allergen standards.
• Report equipment or maintenance issues promptly.

Profit

• Monitor stock levels and report shortages to the Head Chef.
• Minimise food waste through careful preparation and portion control.
• Follow stock rotation and labelling procedures.
• Use ingredients and equipment responsibly.
• Support efficient service to enhance guest satisfaction.

Responsible Business

• Follow all health & safety and food hygiene standards, including HACCP.
• Keep your work area clean, sanitised, and clutter-free.
• Wear correct PPE and maintain a clean, professional appearance.
• Dispose of waste properly and support recycling efforts.
• Ensure allergen information is followed and communicated.
• Respect confidentiality and safety within the kitchen.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and operational standards including any hotel-specific brand standards.
• Complete all E-learning and mandatory training within required timeframes.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong cooking and food preparation skills.
• Ability to follow recipes and brand standards accurately.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Professional, calm, and focused under pressure.
• Organised and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Willingness to work late nights when required, including cleaning and closing duties after service.
• Culinary school training or equivalent kitchen experience (preferred).
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally within hospitality (preferred).
• Understanding of dietary requirements and allergens (preferred).

The above responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature of the role and are not intended to be an exhaustive list.