Location: Okehampton, Devon, UK
Salary: £15.00 per hour (midweek) / £15.45 per hour (weekends)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 3745 hours per week (5 days, occasional 46 depending on occupancy)
Establishment Type: Large-Scale Resort Are you an experienced Breakfast Chef or Second Chef looking for a stable, long-term opportunity within a highly established resort operation? We are recruiting for an exciting role, a unique all-year-round destination offering a structured, high-volume kitchen environment without the pressures of a traditional la carte service.
Operating for over 45 years, the resort is entering a major investment phase, making this an excellent time to join a growing and evolving business. With over 400 guest rooms and the 9th largest golf resort in the world, the site delivers consistent, high-volume service in a well-organised and process-driven kitchen.
This role is ideal for chefs who enjoy structured service, job security, and being part of a long-standing, supportive team.
About Us: This well-established holiday destination located near Dartmoor National Park in Devon. The resort operates year-round, catering to between 200500 guests per service, with peak periods reaching up to 2,000 covers per day across both sites.
The kitchen operates a buffet-style service, focusing on high-volume, process-driven food production rather than plated service. Menus are consistent and run in cycles, allowing for efficient preparation and reduced pressure during service.
The brigade consists of 20+ chefs with exceptional staff retention. The leadership team is highly experienced, hands-on, and supportive, contributing to a stable and positive working environment.
What We Offer: Competitive Pay: £15.00 per hour (midweek), £15.45 per hour (weekends)
Weekly Pay
Work-Life Balance: Average 3745 hours per week
Structured Shifts: Typically 6:00am3:00pm or 1:00pm9:30pm
Live-In Accommodation Available: £60 per week (single en-suite)
£50 per person (couples, en-suite)
All bills included (Wi-Fi, utilities)
Stable Team: Work within a long-standing brigade with excellent retention
Career Development: Opportunities within the wider group
Meals on Duty provided
Free Parking & Uniform Provided
Subsidised Leisure Memberships: Gym, swimming, tennis: approx. £65/year
Golf (5 courses): approx. £70/year
Beautiful Rural Location near Dartmoor National Park
Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook for high-volume buffet service (e.g. full English)
Assist with preparation of sauces, gravies, and components for lunch and dinner service
Support the production of large-scale buffet items across all services
Maintain consistency and efficiency in a process-driven kitchen
Ensure food hygiene, cleanliness, and organisation standards are upheld
Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen team across both resort sites
Requirements: Previous experience as a Breakfast Chef, Second Chef, or similar role
Experience in high-volume or large-scale catering environments (e.g. hotels, resorts, contract catering, military, events)
Comfortable working in a repetitive, process-driven buffet operation
Reliable with strong attendance and timekeeping (essential for breakfast shifts)
Hardworking, efficient, and able to work at pace
Positive attitude and strong team player
Flexibility to work weekends and varied shifts
Driving licence/vehicle highly desirable due to rural location
How to Apply for Breakfast Chef / Second Chef Job: If you are a dedicated chef seeking stability, consistent hours, and a supportive team environment, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established resort offering long-term career potential and excellent staff benefits.
Alternatively, you may email your CV directly to, stating the role you are applying for.
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