Average Breakfast Chef salary in the UK

Are you a culinary enthusiast looking for a vibrant kitchen to call home? We're on the hunt for a talented Breakfast Chef to join our passionate team here at The White Hart. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, crave the opportunity to craft exquisite dishes, and want to take your skills to the next level, then this role is your chance to shine! Our OfferBasic up to £13 per hour, plus tronc (that’s your card tips that are paid into your bank). Great cash tips.Monday - Friday shifts with occasional weekends to cover sickness/holidaysThe Extras We know you work hard so we feed you well - free meals on shift, choose from the menu! 30% discount for you, your friends and family across Acorn Pubs, Brunning & Price and our group including wagamama and selected airport pubs and restaurants.It’s never too early to start saving for the future with a NEST pension. Great discounts via Perks on Tap, saving you money on everyday purchases and more. Cycle to work scheme. £1,000 referral bonus for introducing new Managers or Chefs to the company. Wagestream - use flexible pay to choose when to get paidWeekly pay - because everyone loves a payday!Your Wellbeing – it’s important to us!Free 24-hour confidential legal and information helpline for you and your family. Bespoke wellbeing support offering free counselling for all crew. Discounted gym membership. Plenty of social get togethers – it’s not all work and no play. Recognition platform with regular thankyous. We want you to grow with us!Superb internal and external development programmes to support your progress. Earn while you learn - we partner with national training provider HIT to support our work-based Level 3 Chef de Partie apprenticeships, plus tailored chef workshops. We encourage movement between our pubs so you can have a long-term career with us. About you...You may have experience in catering as a chef, line cook, breakfast chef, section chef or chef de partie in a restaurant, gastro pub or the wider hospitality sector. As our chef de partie you'll be working across all areas of the kitchen, supporting our sous chefs and head chef. If you’re passionate about fresh food cookery, you’re likely to be our kind of person and we would love to hear from you! About Acorn Pubs... A collection of 10 pubs, 6 of which have bedrooms.Our wider company, Brunning and Price, includes 79 pubs across the country.A company with heart, where individuality, personality and diversity are encouraged.A company committed to reducing our carbon footprint, working sustainably and supporting our local communities.If you want to work as part of our kitchen family and bring your talent to the table, apply now to be our Chef de Partie!

Chef – Trenchard Line (ESS – Compass Group) Location: Trenchard LineSalary: £29,754? Hours: 40 hours per week (full-time, site-based)Shift Pattern: 5 days over 7 – working one weekend in four About the Role We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Chef to join our catering team at Trenchard Line, part of ESS – Compass Group.You’ll be responsible for preparing and serving fresh, high-quality meals in a take-out style service, supporting a close-knit team that delivers excellent food and service standards for around 30–60 Service Personnel per meal. Numbers can increase during functions, exercises, or when more personnel are on site, so flexibility and teamwork are key. Shift Pattern Early Shift: 06:30 – 14:30Late Shift: 12:00 – 20:00Working one weekend in four Meal Service Times Breakfast: 07:15 – 08:30Lunch: 12:30 – 13:30? Dinner: 18:00 – 19:30 The Team When fully staffed, our kitchen team includes:? 2 Chefs? 1 Head Chef? 1 Supervisor??? 2 Front of House staff You’ll be joining a supportive, hands-on team that takes pride in delivering great food and service every day. What We’re Looking For ? Previous experience in a catering or chef role – essentialRelevant qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) – desirableStrong knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safetyExcellent teamwork and communication skillsFlexible, reliable, and positive attitude What We Offer ? £29,754 – 40 hours per weekFree meals while on shift? Free on-site parkingUniforms providedCareer development and training opportunities with ESS – Compass GroupSupportive team culture and stable working environment We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com/0501/95918001/52627727/R/SU #Defence Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Chef – RAF Cranwell (ESS – Compass Group) Location: RAF CranwellPay Rate: £14.35 per hourHours: 37.5 hours per weekContract: Full-time, site-basedShift Pattern: 5 days over 7 (Early & Late shifts) About the Role We are looking for an experienced and motivated Chef to join our catering team at RAF Cranwell, delivering high-quality meals to around 180 Service Personnel each day. You will play a key role in preparing and serving fresh, nutritious meals across breakfast, lunch, and evening service, working as part of a dedicated team of 8 in a fast-paced military catering environment. Shift Pattern Early Shift: 06:00 – 14:00Late Shift: 12:00 – 20:005 days out of 7 Meal Service Times Breakfast: 06:00 – 08:00Lunch: 12:00 – 13:00Evening Meal: 18:30 – 20:00 The Team You’ll be part of a well-structured catering team of 8, working collaboratively to ensure consistent food quality and excellent service for Service Personnel. What We’re Looking For ? Previous experience in a similar chef or catering role – essential�? Relevant qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) – desirable�? Strong knowledge of food hygiene, health & safety standards?? Ability to work well as part of a team in a structured environment? Reliable, flexible, and able to work early and late shifts What We Offer ? £14.35 per hour (37.5 hours per week)�? Free meals while on shift?? Free on-site parking?? Uniform provided?? Career development and training opportunities with ESS – Compass Group?? Supportive team culture within a stable, secure site We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Free mealsOnsite free car parkingSubsidised gym membershipContributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com/0801/95096001/52781058/SU #Defence Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!