Chef

Cote Restaurants; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cote Restaurants in the West of England is seeking a skilled Chef to join our brigade and craft exceptional plates during service. You will thrive in a fast-paced, professional team that values precision and consistency.

In this role you will handle mise en place, assist with prep and stock rotation, uphold food safety standards, and contribute to a positive kitchen culture that blends French tradition with contemporary flair.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a line cook/chef in a high-volume or French-inspired kitchen.
• Demonstrates precision, cleanliness, and food safety/hygiene standards.
• Thrives in a fast-paced team environment.
• Punctual and professional with collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Execute menu items to brasserie standards quickly and accurately.
• Maintain a clean and efficient workspace before, during, and after service.
• Assist with prep, stock rotation, labelling, and kitchen organisation.
• Uphold strict food safety and hygiene standards.
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented kitchen culture.

Skills

Line cook experience

Work under pressure

French-inspired cuisine

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Chef to join our brigade and help craft exceptional plates during service. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in precision and consistency, and enjoys working as part of a tight-knit, professional team.

What you'll do

• Execute menu items to brasserie standards with speed, accuracy, and finesse
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient workspace before, during, and after service
• Assist with prep, stock rotation, labelling, and kitchen organisation
• Uphold strict food safety & hygiene standards
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented kitchen culture
• Previous experience as a line cook/chef in a high-volume or French-inspired kitchen
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and efficient under pressure
• A genuine passion for food, craft, and culinary growth
• Punctuality, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit

We are an established hospitality business entering an exciting new chapter. Following a period of change and transformation, we are now focused on strengthening our leadership, refining our offer, and delivering consistently outstanding guest experiences across our Brasseries. Our kitchen teams are passionate about delivering dishes that blend French traditions with contemporary creativity.