Head Chef

Côte; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Head Chef at an established French restaurant chain, where you will lead a passionate kitchen team dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences. This role offers the chance to showcase your culinary talents while working with a menu that celebrates modern French cuisine. Enjoy a supportive work environment that prioritizes work-life balance and offers numerous benefits, including a discretionary bonus, health plans, and opportunities for career growth. If you are ready to bring your unique flavor to a thriving team, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Employee meals on shift

Discretionary bonus

Complimentary food and drink

Health cash plan access

Fortnightly pay

Early pay access via Wagestream

Well-being support

Career development opportunities

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a busy kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of French cuisine and culinary techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and compliance with health standards.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Skills

Menu Development

Team Management

Education

Culinary Degree

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Head Chef

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

We create unforgettable experiences for all our guests, so they walk away with a memory, not just a meal. Our all-day food menu showcases and celebrates the diverse, modern French food landscape with indulgent French classic dishes that are balanced with lighter options too.

As a Head Chef at Côte, you’ll not only be cooking great food every day but also leading a team of Chefs to aim higher every day. Ensuring the kitchen is in top condition, working alongside the General Manager to develop your team and grow the business. #goodvibesonly

The benefits.

• Enjoy meals from our employee menu on every shift
• A discretionary bonus of up to £2,000 per quarter
• Permanent contract, working 48 hours per week – prioritising work-life balance
• Complimentary food and drink for you, family, and friends at any Côte
• After 1 year’s service, access to the Bupa health cash plan scheme
• Fortnightly pay for all team members
• Option to access your pay early via Wagestream
• Well-being support through Smart Health, offering 24/7 assistance
• Opportunities for internal development and career growth, with exciting plans for the year
• Company pension scheme and life assurance

About Côte

Founded in Wimbledon in 2007, Côte is dedicated to delivering quality, French-inspired cuisine, exceptional service, and a joyful dining experience. With a team of 3,000 and 85 restaurants across the UK, we believe life should be full of flavour.

Why join us?

We are on an exciting journey, and our team is central to our success. We invest in your development, value diversity, and encourage you to bring your unique flavour to work. The work you do will bring joy to others. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.