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Breakfast Chef Burgh Island Hotel
Location: Burgh Island, Devon, UK
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum + Gratuities
Burgh Island Hotel, an iconic Art Deco retreat on its own tidal island off the coast of South Devon, is looking for a dedicated and talented Breakfast Chef to join our exceptional kitchen team.
This is more than a breakfast role its your opportunity to be part of a unique
hospitality experience, creating outstanding breakfasts and daily staff meals that fuel the rhythm of life on the island.
Your Role:
- Lead the preparation and execution of a refined la carte breakfast for hotel guests.
- Design and deliver high-quality, nutritious staff meals, ensuring the team is well-fed and ready for service.
- Take ownership of the breakfast section, from mise en place to end-of-service cleanliness.
- Maintain exacting standards of presentation, consistency, and food safety.
- Support the kitchen brigade with prep for the wider daily menus as needed.
What Were Looking For:
- Proven experience as a Breakfast Chef or Chef de Partie in a quality-led kitchen (4- or 5-star preferred).
- A true morning person, motivated by service excellence and culinary pride.
- Confidence to work independently during early hours with a proactive mindset.
- Respect for structure, timekeeping, and the unique culture of island hospitality.
- A team player who values feeding both guests and staff with equal care and attention.
Working Hours & Flexibility:
- 48-hour contract across 5 days per week, scheduled on a rota basis full flexibility is essential.
- Shifts start from 7am.
- Weekends and bank holidays are part of the schedule.
Accommodation:
- Live-in accommodation in our subsidised staff housing, subject to availability at the time of offer.
Important to Know:
- Due to our remote island location, live-out applicants must have a car and valid driving licence.
- You must have the right to work in the UK we are not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
Why Join Us?
- A rare opportunity to work in one of the UKs most iconic and atmospheric hotels.
- A tight-knit, welcoming team in a truly unique setting.
- Competitive pay and perks, plus the chance to live and work somewhere extraordinary.
- Discounted food and drink across the hotel.
- High-quality, free staff meals when on shift.
- Gratuities paid monthly.
- Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing support.
- A chance to be part of something special, where every detail matters.
- Plus, other great benefits!
This is not just another chef job. Its an invitation to start your day inspired by the landscape, the legacy, and the food.
