Breakfast Chef

Full-Time Position (40 hours)

Our country home away from home, nestled within 12 acres of picturesque Hertfordshire countryside. Sopwell House is a luxurious 5 star, family-owned Georgian country house hotel offering timeless elegance and modern comfort. We’re proud to be a place where exceptional service is delivered with warmth, pride and purpose.

We are dedicated to creating a world of ‘Perfect Contentment’ for both our team members and guests alike ‘Spreading kindness one act at a time’ along the way. Our team pride themselves on ‘Performing with Drive and Serving with Soul’ in everything we do.

• Work with an incredible team who provide our guests with unforgettable cuisine
• Be responsible for ensuring that all food items are prepared and presented to deliver an excellent guest experience while assisting with food cost controls
• Prepare and present high-quality breakfast dishes, ensuring consistency, quality and presentation standards are maintained throughout service
• Ensure breakfast offerings are fully stocked, replenished and presented to the highest standards
• Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
• Take pride in presentation and attention to detail in every aspect of your role.
• Support your colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment.

• Diploma or degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts or related major; NVQ Level 2 or 3 in professional cookery is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Breakfast Chef, Demi Chef de Partie, Commis Chef or similar role within a high-end hotel, restaurant or luxury hospitality environment
• Solid understanding of excellence in customer service, preferably gained in a 5-star or luxury hospitality setting
• Solid understanding ofmodern and classical cooking techniques, with the ability to execute a diverse range of dishes to a consistent level.
• Skilled in preparing a wide range of breakfast dishes.
• A positive, team-focused attitude with a passion for delivering exceptional breakfast experiences in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

• Learning and Development:
  Access our digital learning platform, and various courses to enhance your knowledge and skills
• Health & Wellbeing:
  Benefit from our interactive health and wellbeing platform and Employee Assistance Program.
• Health care cash plans: take advantage of our Health Care cash plan benefits, including 24-hours access to a GP.
• Discounted food and beverage, accommodation and spa for you and your family
• Discounts on Spa treatments and Spa days in our award-winning Cotton mill Spa
• Discount on Spa products
• Refer a Friend Scheme: earn up to £1,000 referral fee when you recommend someone to work with us
• Preferred Hotel Group discounted global hotel rates
• Free staff meals and parking

We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know at

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Proof of documentation will be required in line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

If you’re shortlisted, we’ll give you a quick call to learn more about you and answer your questions. Candidates who progress will then be invited to the hotel for an in-person interview.