Head Chef

Côte; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern French restaurant chain in London is seeking a Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. You will be responsible for delivering exceptional food quality and mentoring the kitchen staff. This role involves managing kitchen operations and collaborating closely with the General Manager to develop a dynamic dining experience. If you are passionate about food and skilled in kitchen management, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus of up to £2,000 per quarter

Employee meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

Bupa health cash plan option after 1 year

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a busy kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage a team effectively.
• Passion for food and the ability to create a quality menu.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team to ensure high-quality food preparation.
• Collaborate with the General Manager to enhance team efficiency.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.

Job description

Overview

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 everyday but leading an army of Chefs to aim higher every day. Ensuring the kitchen is in tip-top condition working along side the General Manager to get the best of your people and the business combined. #goodvibesonly

The good stuff

• Every shift you work, we’ve got you covered with meals from our employee menu (thanks Chef)!
• A discretionary bonus of up to £2,000 per quarter
• Permanent contract, working 48 hours per week – work life balance is top of our agenda
• Treat yourself, family and friends to 100% on food and drink at any Côte
• After 1 years’ service with us, you will be able to join the Bupa health cash plan scheme
• We pay all our teams fortnightly because who doesn’t love a payday?
• Access your next pay early through our Wagestream partnership
• We take well-being seriously, so you’ll have access to Smart Health, which offers 24/7 support
• We’re here for the curious, so it’s no surprise there are loads of opportunities when it comes to internal development programmes,we have some big plans coming this year!
• Company pension scheme & life assurance scheme

Bonjour, we’re Côte.

We believe life should be full of flavour. Yes, we’re foodies – but we’re actually in the business of making memories. Founded in Wimbledon in 2007 with a mission to deliver quality, French-inspired food, extraordinary service, and a whole-hearted enjoyment of life, we now have a 3,000-strong team and 85 restaurants (and counting) across the UK.

There are so many reasons to join Côte.

We’re on an exciting new journey – and our team will play a huge part in making it happen. That means when you’re with us, every day is an opportunity to aim higher. Because we’re invested in your development, so you’ll get out as much as you put in. And we encourage you to bring your unique flavour to work, because we value the diversity of our teams. Best of all, the work you do brings joy to others. Sound good? Maybe you belong with us.