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Company Description
Location: On-site in Knutsford, Cheshire, North-West England (not remote)
Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere is one of the North West’s most distinguished luxury destinations. Nestled in the heart of the Cheshire countryside and surrounded by a championship golf course, the resort combines Fairmont’s world-renowned elegance with the warmth and character of its local heritage. Renowned for exceptional service and attention to detail, Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere offers guests an indulgent escape featuring world-class spa experiences, exceptional dining, and outstanding leisure facilities. Whether visiting for relaxation, celebration, or business, Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere is dedicated to creating unforgettable moments and delivering the very best in 5-star luxury hospitality.
Your purpose will be:
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Breakfast Chef to join our 5-star culinary team. You will be responsible for creating a memorable breakfast service, delivering both traditional and innovative dishes that showcase the quality and provenance of our ingredients.
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Job Description
- Prepare and present breakfast dishes to the highest standard, including hot and cold items, pastries, baps, and Grab & Go options
- Manage section mise en place and ensure all ingredients are fresh, labelled, and stored correctly
- Maintain the highest levels of food hygiene, kitchen safety, and presentation standards
- Assist in menu planning, contributing creative ideas and seasonal inspiration
- Monitor stock levels and collaborate with suppliers for timely deliveries
- Lead, train, and mentor junior kitchen staff during breakfast service
- Ensure smooth service and coordination with front-of-house teams
Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Breakfast Chef in a 4/5-star hotel or luxury property
- Strong knowledge of high-quality ingredients and modern breakfast techniques
- Ability to produce consistently excellent dishes under pressure
- Familiarity with HACCP, food hygiene, and health & safety standards
- Excellent organisational, communication, and teamwork skills
- Passion for creativity, presentation, and delivering luxury guest experiences
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What is in it for you?
- Exclusive Discounts:
- Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, Spa and Golf discount
- Fairmont, Raffles, and Accor Hotels (friends and family rates are included)
- 20% off food and beverage in on-site restaurants
- Colleague restaurant
- Being part of The Mere Team – our culture is unique!
- You will benefit from training and development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits including pension
- 28 days of holiday including public holidays
- 1-5 days service award based on length of service
- Special rates for Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere colleagues and their friends & family and discount across Accor hotels worldwide
- And last but not least you will get to work with a team of EXTRAORDINARY people
Job-Category: Culinary
Job Type: Permanent
Job Schedule: Full-Time
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