Breakfast Chef
We are seeking a dedicated breakfast specialist who takes pride in creating outstanding morning experiences for guests. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a Michelin-recognised kitchen whilst enjoying a balanced lifestyle with early finish times and extended winter breaks.
Why This Opportunity Is Perfect For You
Work-Life Balance: Early start, early finish schedule (typically finishing mid-afternoon) allows for personal time and better work-life balance compared to evening service roles.
Quality Produce: Work with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients including produce from our permaculture kitchen gardens, elevating traditional breakfast offerings with seasonal, organic ingredients.
Michelin Recognition: Gain valuable experience working in a Michelin-listed establishment, bringing quality and finesse to breakfast service.
Winter Break Advantage: The 8-week paid closure period (January & February) is ideal for overseas candidates – return home to visit family or simply recharge. You'll continue to receive full salary during this time.
Diverse Service: Opportunity to extend your skills into lunch service, broadening your culinary repertoire beyond breakfast specialisation.Beautiful Location: Work in a stunning Irish coastal setting with quality staff accommodation available, all bills included.
Who Will Excel In This Role
Breakfast specialists from hotel or quality hospitality backgrounds who are passionate about creating exceptional morning dining experiences
Chefs who appreciate the rhythm of breakfast service and take pride in consistency, timing, and presentation during busy morning periods
Team-oriented professionals who can lead and support colleagues effectively in a fast-paced breakfast environment
Those seeking a specialist role with clear ownership and responsibility, rather than a general kitchen position
Chefs who value work-life balance and prefer early finishes to late-night service
If you're a breakfast specialist who takes pride in delivering quality morning service and seeks a role in a recognised establishment with excellent benefits, this position offers an exceptional opportunity.
Salary & Benefits
A competitive salary package will be offered based on experience and qualifications, including:
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience- month salaried contract for stability and security
Holiday entitlement of 20+ days
Paid during 8-week winter closure (January & February)
Quality staff accommodation with sea views available if required (all bills included, recently renovated)
Meals on duty
Work in a Michelin Guide-listed establishment
Beautiful Irish coastal location
Early finish times supporting work-life balance