ABOUT US:
The Harlyn is a beachside taproom and kitchen in the heart of Harlyn Bay. We serve seasonal, open-fire cooking and laid-back coastal hospitality, with a focus on good food, local produce, and cold beer. We've made a significant investment in a brand-new, purpose-built kitchen - equipped for serious cooking and designed to support a focused, high-performing team. Built around coal grills and a stone-bake pizza oven, it's a space that rewards care, consistency, and proper craftsmanship.
THE ROLE:
Minimum 30 hours.
We're looking for a dependable and experienced Breakfast Chef to take the lead on our morning service. You'll be responsible for preparing and cooking breakfast dishes to a high standard, setting the tone for the day ahead.
You'll be working solo or as part of a small team, managing everything from setup and prep to service and handover. This is an early-start role - ideal for someone who enjoys quiet, focused shifts and a well-paced morning routine.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and cook all breakfast menu items to a consistent standard
* Open and set up the kitchen, ensuring everything is clean, organised, and ready for service
* Manage morning prep and stock rotation
* Keep your section clean, tidy, and well-stocked
* Communicate clearly with the team during handover to the daytime chefs
* Follow all food hygiene and health & safety procedures
ABOUT YOU:
* At least 2 years of professional kitchen experience, ideally in a similar breakfast role
* Comfortable working independently in a morning shift
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Calm, punctual, and self-motivated
* Passionate about breakfast service and quality food
* Reliable and consistent — someone the team can count on
WHY JOIN US?
* Work in a brand-new kitchen, part of a growing and independent hospitality business
* Be part of a small, supportive team in a spectacular coastal location
* Enjoy competitive pay, good conditions, and a respectful work environment
* Discounted staff meals on shift and discount across the business
* Opportunity to grow with us as we build for the future
STATUTORY ENTITLEMENTS:
* This role includes full statutory entitlements in line with UK employment law. This includes:
* 28 days paid holiday per year (including bank holidays), based on full-time hours. For part-time employees, this will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.
* Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), paid in accordance with current government guidance after 3 qualifying days of absence due to illness.
* All entitlements will be detailed fully in your employment contract.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temp to perm
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Padstow PL28 8SB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
* KP: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person