Overview
Be part of Bella Italia as a Head Chef. If you have a passion for pizza, pasta, and leading a fantastic team, this is the job for you. Join the Bella Italia family and help create memorable Italian dining experiences.
Base pay range
At Bella Italia, we believe that the best moments in life are spent with loved ones—sharing food, friendship, laughter, and the joy of the Italian table. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience; speak with your recruiter to learn more.
Why Join Bella?
* A Place for Everyone – We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, if you bring passion and leadership, there’s a place for you in our kitchen!
* A Competitive Package – 45-hour contract, quarterly bonus, and referral bonus scheme.
* Amazing Discounts – 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family.
* Career Growth – Fully funded apprenticeships in Hospitality Management (Level 4), L&D, HR, or Marketing (Levels 3, 4, & 5).
* Salary Sacrifice Scheme – Tax-efficient savings on National Insurance, pension contributions, and a range of lifestyle benefits.
* Wellbeing & Support – Our We Care program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, a second medical opinion service, and more.
* Perks & Rewards – Access to wages before payday, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and more.
* Team Competitions & Events – Win a trip to Italy, team parties, and even a chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers.
What You’ll Do As a Head Chef
* Work closely with the management team to achieve restaurant goals.
* Lead the guest experience by ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection.
* Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and kitchen hygiene.
* Create a fun, motivating team environment, with a focus on developing and nurturing talent.
* Be commercially minded—analyzing profit & loss accounts to make strong financial decisions and drive efficiency.
Who We’re Looking For
At Bella Italia, we don’t just look for experience—we look for leaders. If you’re a strong communicator, passionate about food and developing people and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. If you need adjustments during the hiring process, let us know—we’re happy to help.
Join the Bella Italia family today and work somewhere awesome! We’ve been recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025.
Apply now and bring your leadership to the Bella Italia kitchen!
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Hospitality
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