Chef crepier

La Petite Bretagne; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A contemporary creperie in London is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations. The role involves preparing and cooking authentic French crêpes, managing inventory, training staff, and maintaining high food quality standards. Candidates should have experience in a traditional French creperie and strong leadership qualities. This position offers a competitive gross salary of £30,000, service charge, and bonuses.

Benefits

Gross salary of £30,000

Service charge (around £1,000 per month)

Bonus on sales (on average £600 per month)

Free meal on shift

Flexibility in kitchen rota management

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment and training.
• Attention to detail and pride in your work.
• Pride in your work and high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook authentic French crêpes and galettes.
• Create seasonal specials and help refine the menu.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and taste.
• Lead and train kitchen staff, ensuring teamwork.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.

Skills

Experience as a crepier in a traditional French creperie

Strong skills in French crêpe-making

Team player with a positive attitude

Good organizational and time management skills

Food safety certification

Ability to cope with stress

Ability to speak French

Education

Food safety certification (or willingness to obtain one)

Job description

Overview

La Petite Bretagne is seeking a new head chef to lead the kitchen. Location: La Petite Bretagne, 5 Beadon Road, W6 0EA. Contract: Full time. Reports to: General Manager / Owner. Note: Visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook authentic French crêpes and galettes.
• Create seasonal specials and help refine the menu.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and taste.
• Order ingredients, manage inventory, and minimize waste.
• Lead and train kitchen staff (3 members), ensuring teamwork and good communication.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Work closely with management to ensure smooth daily service.

Qualifications

• Experience as a crepier in a traditional French creperie.
• Experience in recruitment and training.
• Strong skills in French crêpe-making and a love for French cuisine.
• Team player with a positive attitude and leadership qualities.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to cope with stress in a busy environment.
• Attention to detail and pride in your work.
• Food safety certification (or willingness to obtain one).
• Ability to speak French is a plus.

What’s in it for you

• Gross salary of £30,000.
• Service charge (around £1,000 per month).
• Bonus on sales (on average £600 per month).
• On average a monthly net salary around £3,400.
• Free meal on shift.
• You are responsible for the kitchen rota so you decide when you work (5 shifts per week).
• Kitchen closes at 21h30 so no late-night tasks after service.

About La Petite Bretagne

Contemporary creperie offering sweet and savoury buckwheat pancakes and other Breton specialities.