Head Chef

inploi; Marlow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading French restaurant chain in Marlow is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. In this role, you will prepare exceptional dishes while fostering a positive team environment. The ideal candidate has a strong background in culinary arts and proven leadership skills. The position offers competitive benefits including a discretionary bonus, career progression opportunities, and a positive work-life balance.

Benefits

Meals from employee menu on every shift

Discretionary bonus of up to £2,000 per quarter

100% discount on food and drinks for you and guests

Access to health cash plan after 1 year

Fortnightly pay schedule

Company pension scheme and life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in the culinary field.
• Ability to manage a team and maintain high kitchen standards.
• Passion for creating quality, French-inspired food.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and ensure every dish meets high standards.
• Collaborate with the General Manager to optimize kitchen operations.
• Oversee kitchen maintenance and inventory management.

Skills

Team leadership

Culinary expertise

Menu development

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 be cooking great food every day and leading a team of Chefs to aim higher each day. 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
• A discretionary bonus of up to £2,000 per quarter
• Permanent contract, working 48 hours per week, promoting work-life balance
• 100% discount on food and drinks at Côte for you, family, and friends
• Access to the Bupa health cash plan scheme after 1 year of service
• Fortnightly pay schedule
• Option to access your pay early via Wagestream
• Support for well-being through Smart Health, offering 24/7 support
• Opportunities for internal development and career progression
• Company pension scheme and life assurance

About Côte

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

Join us

We are on an exciting journey, and our team plays a vital role in our success. We invest in your development and value diversity. Bring your unique flavour to work and help us make every day special. If this sounds like you, maybe you belong with us.