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Head Chef

Côte Edinburgh

£48,000 to £50,000

Job Ref: HK1543932EdiHC

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Full Time

Management

Added 7+ days ago

About the 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
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Location

Edinburgh, EH2 1LH, United Kingdom

Job Reference: 4805040