BaxterStorey
Breakfast Chef / Catering Assistant
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Breakfast Chef / Catering Assistant
Breakfast Chef/Catering Assistant – Permanent Role
Location: Carlisle Salary: £12.90 per hour
About BaxterStorey
For over 20 years, BaxterStorey has crafted beautiful spaces, exciting menus, and welcoming teams across offices, stadiums, universities, and beyond—ensuring every customer experience is extraordinary.
At the heart of our philosophy is a belief in people, growth, and ‘better’. We nurture talent, fuel creativity, and empower our teams to thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment. Our culture is defined by visionary ambition, positivity, collaboration, and conscientiousness.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Catering Assistant to prepare a full breakfast service (Saturdays & Sundays, 6:00am–11:30am) and assist as Front of House (FOH) (Mondays, 7:00am–2:00pm). This is a permanent position with opportunities for progression and training.
As a Breakfast Chef/Catering Assistant, you will: -Lead the preparation of a high-quality breakfast service with precision and creativity. -Support in FRONT-OF-HOUSE operations on Mondays, ensuring seamless guest service. -Collaborate with our team to uphold our commitment to exceptional hospitality. -Develop your culinary skills in a dynamic, inclusive workplace.
Key Responsibilities
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- Breakfast Leadership: Supervise and execute a full breakfast service (Saturdays & Sundays), ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency.
- Preparation & Cooking: Plan menus, source ingredients, and deliver imaginative dishes that reflect our commitment to culinary excellence.
- Front of House (Mon.): Assist with customer service, hospitality tasks, and day-to-day operations during Monday shifts.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with other chefs, catering staff, and management to maintain a hassle-free, welcoming experience.
- Safety & Compliance: Adhere to food safety standards and BaxterStorey’s high operating protocols.
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Must-Have Qualifications & Experience
✔ Cooking experience (proven ability to prepare breakfast or catering dishes). ✔ Knowledge of Food Safety Management (e.g., Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable). ✔ Work ethic. Passion for customer service and a desire to evolve in the hospitality industry.
What BaxterStorey Offers
Our comprehensive benefits package helps you grow, nurture, and live well:
- 12 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + 1 birthday day.
- 3 volunteering days per year.
- 3 grandparent days for family support.
- 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave (and related parental benefits).
- Secondary career leave (e.g., school events, bereavement).
- Wedding/commitment day leave.
- Free meals on shift (staff meal provided).
- Bespoke training & apprenticeship opportunities (for all experience levels).
- Pension contribution and life insurance support.
- Perkbox discounts: High-street shops, holidays, cinema, and more.
- Wellbeing hub (resources, mental health support).
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential counselling).
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Uniform provided.
- Flexible overtime arrangements.
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Why Join BaxterStorey?
- Trust in talent. We invest in you, foster creativity, and prioritise continuous development.
- Caring culture. Inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports work-life balance.
- Be part of a revolution. Join a team shaping the future of hospitality and culinary excellence.
- ED&I commitment. Our pledge to equality, diversity, and inclusion makes BaxterStorey a workplace where everyone thrives.
Our Values
- Always Visionary: We aim for better—never settling, never compromising.
- Wholeheartedly Positive: Our passion and energy elevate every experience.
- Creatively Collaborative: Diversity drives innovation.
- Forever Conscious: We serve communities, protect the planet, and lead by example.
Ready to Cook Up Success?
If you love breakfast, hospitality, or want to develop a career in the industry, even if you don’t meet every requirement—we want to hear from you. Your passion and commitment to learning are what matter most.
We’re gender pay difference certified and proud of our inclusive culture.
Application Notice: Qualifications reflect full-time equivalence, adjusted proportionately for part-time roles.
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