Assistant Head Chef - Ashby de la Zouch

Ask Italian; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular Italian restaurant in Leicester is seeking an Assistant Head Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. You will ensure high-quality food production and excellent service while fostering a collaborative team environment. This role offers competitive pay, comprehensive training, and benefits including discounts and paid holidays. If you are passionate about food and people, we would love to welcome you.

Benefits

50% off at ASK Italian and Zizzi

Complimentary meals on shift

28 days paid holiday

Paid volunteering day

Pension contributions

Early wage access

Qualifications

• Passion for people and diverse cultures.
• Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to excellent food and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and maintains health standards.
• Support the Head Chef in menu development and team training.

Skills

Passion for food

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Hospitality

Job description

Assistant Head Chef - Ashby de la Zouch

Employer
ASK Italian

Location
Leicester, Leicestershire

Salary
Starts at 12.21 Per Hour + Benefits

Closing date
31 Oct 2025

Sector
Chef jobs, Chef de Partie, Executive Chef, Head Chef

Job Type
Full Time

Job Details

Role: Assistant Head Chef / Sous Chef

Pay: Up to £15.25 per hour, including benefits.

Hourly Rate breakdown:

Up to £13.75 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!