Head Chef

inploi; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern French restaurant in Brighton is seeking a Head Chef to lead a dedicated team in crafting an all-day menu filled with flavor and seasonality. You will ensure exceptional food quality and a positive kitchen environment while working closely with management. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a passion for modern French cuisine, along with great benefits including meals on shift and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Meals from employee menu

Discretionary bonus up to £2,000 per quarter

100% discount on food and drink for family and friends

Eligibility for Bupa health cash plan after 1 year

Fortnightly pay

Access to Smart Health for support

Opportunities for internal development

Company pension scheme & life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a busy kitchen.
• Strong cooking skills in modern French cuisine.
• Ability to maintain high standards in food quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of chefs to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Ensure the kitchen is in excellent operational condition.
• Collaborate with the General Manager to optimize team performance.

Job description

Head Chef

Are you looking for your next move as a Head Chef, working with a menu packed full of flavour, provenance, and seasonality? We might have the perfect opportunity for you at Côte.

We create unforgettable experiences for our guests, ensuring they leave with a memory, not just a meal. Our all-day menu celebrates the diverse, modern French food landscape, with indulgent French classics balanced with lighter options.

As a Head Chef at Côte, you’ll cook great food daily and lead a team of Chefs to aim higher. You will ensure the kitchen is in excellent condition, working alongside the General Manager to get the best from your team and the business. #goodvibesonly

The benefits.

• Meals from our employee menu on every shift
• Discretionary bonus of up to £2,000 per quarter
• Permanent contract, 48 hours per week – promoting work-life balance
• 100% discount on food and drink at Côte for you, family, and friends
• After 1 year, eligibility for the Bupa health cash plan scheme
• Fortnightly pay for all team members
• Early access to pay through Wagestream
• Access to Smart Health for 24/7 support
• Opportunities for internal development and upcoming plans for growth
• Company pension scheme & life assurance

About Côte

Founded in Wimbledon in 2007, Côte believes life should be full of flavour. We’re passionate about making memories through quality, French-inspired food and exceptional service. With a team of 3,000 and 85 restaurants across the UK, we’re growing fast.

Why join us?

We’re on an exciting journey, and our team is key to our success. We invest in your development, value diversity, and believe your work should bring joy to others. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.