The Role:
Nestled within the stunning Lulworth Estate, The Weld Arms is a welcoming country pub with newly opened, beautifully appointed boutique bedrooms, renowned for our warm hospitality, seasonal menus and exceptional guest experiences.
We are looking for a passionate and talented Breakfast Chef to join our kitchen team and help deliver an outstanding breakfast experience for our overnight guests and local visitors.
This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week over 5 days, between 7:30am and 4:00pm. The role includes weekend and bank holiday working, in line with the needs of the business.
As our Breakfast Chef, you will play a key role in creating a memorable start to the day for our guests. Working with fresh, seasonal ingredients—including estate-reared and locally sourced produce—you will prepare and present breakfast dishes to an exceptional standard while maintaining a calm, organised and efficient kitchen.
About You
You’ll be a reliable, enthusiastic chef who enjoys working in a quality-led hospitality environment.
You’ll have:
• Previous experience in a chef or breakfast chef role.
• A genuine passion for fresh, seasonal food and an appreciation for quality, locally sourced ingredients.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work efficiently during busy service.
• A positive, flexible and team-focused attitude.
• A commitment to consistently high standards of food quality and guest service.
What We Offer
In return, you’ll become part of a friendly, supportive team within one of Dorset’s most iconic estates and enjoy:
• A competitive salary between £28,000 and £30,000 per annum dependent on experience.
• Employee discounts across the Lulworth Estate.
• Ongoing training and opportunities for career development.
• The opportunity to work with exceptional ingredients in a kitchen that values quality and provenance.
• A beautiful countryside working environment within a respected hospitality business.
• A welcoming, professional team culture where your contribution is valued.
If you’re passionate about creating exceptional food from outstanding local ingredients and would like to be part of a team that takes pride in delivering memorable hospitality, we’d love to hear from you. Apply with CV and covering letter to recruitment@lulworth.com.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook a high-quality breakfast menu using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- Showcase the finest estate-reared and locally sourced produce through beautifully prepared and presented dishes.
- Ensure every plate is delivered with consistency, care and attention to detail.
- Prepare and organise the kitchen for breakfast service, supporting a seamless transition into lunch preparation.
- Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and health & safety.
- Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering and ensure effective stock rotation.
- Work collaboratively with the Head Chef, kitchen team and front of house colleagues to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
- Support the wider kitchen operation with food preparation and daily service as required.
- Take pride in maintaining a clean, organised and professional kitchen environment.
We reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
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You will be asked to provide evidence of all the qualifications listed on your application form at interview.
Reference:
HP08
Status:
Full Time
Hours:
5 days/40 hours per week
Pay:
Competitive dependent on skills, experience, knowledge and qualifications
Pay Type:
Salary
Interview Date:
TBD
Closing Date:
26/08/2026 12:00 am