Head Chef

Côte Brasserie; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on shift

Employee discounts

Structured kitchen team

Job summary

Côte Brasserie in Edinburgh seeks a passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen of a vibrant French brasserie, delivering authentic dishes with seasonal ingredients. You will own kitchen operations, mentor a BOH team, manage costs, and ensure high standards.

This permanent role offers 48 hours per week and a competitive salary with a performance-based bonus scheme. Join us at a pivotal moment as we evolve, focusing on quality, consistency and long-term growth, while fostering strong links with the

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience as Head Chef or similar role.
• Strong organisational and cost-control capabilities.
• Passion for high-quality, seasonal French cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations with consistency and efficiency.
• Execute season menus and dynamic specials.
• Train, mentor, and motivate BOH team to uphold culinary standards.
• Control food costs and inventory for profitability.
• Maintain hygiene, food safety and kitchen organization.
• Develop strong communication with FOH teams.

Skills

Leadership

Cost control

Team motivation

Menu planning

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen of our vibrant French Brasserie. Our restaurant celebrates the warmth and authenticity of classic French dining, combining traditional techniques with high-quality seasonal ingredients in a relaxed, bustling brasserie atmosphere.

We are entering an exciting period of evolution for the business, with a renewed focus on quality, consistency, and long-term growth. This role offers the opportunity to join us at a pivotal moment and play a key part in shaping the next chapter of the restaurant.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented chef to take ownership of the kitchen, inspire a dedicated team, and deliver exceptional food that reflects the heart of French cuisine.

What you’ll do

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency
• Execute season menus and regularly changing specials
• Train, mentor, and motivate the BOH team to maintain high culinary standards
• Manage food costs and inventory control
• Maintain excellent hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organisation standards
• Develop excellent communication and relationships with the FOH teams

Who you’ll be

• Proven leadership experience as a Head Chef, with a passion for developing and motivating a team
• Excellent organisational and cost-control skills
• A genuine interest in our food and its provenance

What we offer

• A permanent contract, with guaranteed 48 hours a week
• Competitive salary with a performance-based bonus scheme
• Meals on shift with further employee discounts for friends and family
• Structured kitchen team