Assistant Head Chef

ASK Italian Restaurants Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

50% off at ASK Italian and Zizzi

Excellent bonus potential

Free meals on shift

Paid holidays 28 days

Pension contributions

Christmas Day Off

Employee hub

Early wage access

Well-being support

Lifestyle discounts

Volunteer day

Job summary

ASK Italian is seeking an Assistant Head Chef / Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality Italian dishes and a great dining experience. You will contribute to menu execution, staff coordination, and maintaining service standards across shifts.

The role offers up to £15.75 per hour including benefits, with a breakdown of up to £14.25 base plus £1.50 tronc average. Generous training, discounts, holidays, and a welcoming team environment are part of the package.

Qualifications

• Passion for people, diverse cultures, and Italian food.
• Hospitality mindset to welcome customers and Team Members.
• Teamwork and leadership in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Behaviour aiming for high standards and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support kitchen operations alongside Head Chef.
• Ensure consistent quality and service in a busy Italian restaurant.

Skills

Passion

Hospitality

Teamwork

Behaviour

Job description

Role: Assistant Head Chef / Sous Chef

Pay: Up to £15.75 per hour, including benefits.

Hourly Rate breakdown:

Up to £14.25 per hour, plus £1.50 per hour tronc average.

At ASK Italian, our people are the heart of our restaurants. ASK Factor is our philosophy, who we are, and showcases our inclusive and full-hearted personality. We're a diverse group of individuals, brought together by our shared passion for delivering excellent food and service.

We support everyone in their own journey, and value each person's unique background and experience to create our incredible ASK Italian teams!

We live and breathe the ASK Factor and use its core values to guide everything we do:

• Heartfelt: We love what we do and believe in what we say.
• Respectful: We care about how we make people feel and our impact on the world around us.
• Generous: We'll go that extra mile to make a difference.
• Spirited: We're determined, always moving forward to be the best we can be.

As an Assistant Head Chef at ASK Italian, you'll receive:

• Comprehensive Training: Full training and career development opportunities available through our award-winning Journey programme.
• Generous Discounts: 50% off at ASK Italian and Zizzi restaurants, including drinks.
• Excellent bonus potential
• Free Meals: Enjoy complimentary meals on shift, with access to a discounted menu.
• Inclusive Dress Code Policy: Part dress code provided, including shoes.
• Paid Holidays: 28 days paid holiday, pro-rata.
• Pension Contributions
• Christmas Day Off: Our restaurants are closed, giving you the freedom to celebrate as you choose.
• Employee Hub: Access to our online platform where you can manage your schedule, request holidays, and access various benefits, including:
• Early wage access through Stream
• Well-being and GP support for you and your family
• Discounts on lifestyle brands, including gyms, cinemas, and travel
• Community Volunteering: 1 paid day per year to volunteer in your local food bank.
• A Welcoming Team Environment: Be part of a team that values collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual respect. Create memorable experiences and make friends for life.

What We Ask of You: As an ASK Italian Assistant Head Chef, we value:

• Passion: A love for people, diverse cultures, food, and all things Italian, with a passion for growing sales and leading a fantastic team.
• Hospitality: A welcoming attitude, making every customer and Team Member feel at home.
• Teamwork: The ability to lead a team and work well in a fast-paced environment, with attention to detail and a commitment to excellent food, service, standards and team development.
• Behaviour: The desire to lead and work collaboratively with the Head Chef and Back of House team with a passion for delivering consistently high standards across all areas of the restaurant, demonstrating empathy, respect, and a dedication to delivering exceptional food and service to all customers.

Join Us: At ASK Italian, we embrace diversity and inclusivity wholeheartedly. We invite individuals from all backgrounds to join our vibrant team and play a role in our shared achievements. If you're ready to thrive in a dynamic and supportive workplace, we'd love to welcome you aboard!