Côte Restaurants • London W1U 1ND

Head Chef

About this role

Head Chef

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