Chef

Paul Mason; Dartford; Sur place; GBP 17 000 - 22 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hourly pay

Tronc

Discounts

Flexible working

Referral bonus

Career growth

Wellbeing support

Free meals

Advance wages

Gym discounts

Theme park savings

Résumé du poste

Bella Italia in Dartford is looking for a Chef to join our fast-paced kitchen. You’ll organize, coordinate and deliver service across sections, support and guide kitchen assistants, and keep the area spotless.

We offer hourly pay with opportunity to earn Tronc, flexible contracts, staff discounts, referrals and career development. Join our family and help us deliver great food with energy and teamwork.

Responsabilités

• Organise, coordinate, and deliver service across one or more sections in our fast-paced kitchen.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to produce delicious dishes to specification.
• Support and guide kitchen assistants and porters
• Ensuring your section is prepped and organised for service
• Maintain a spotless kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Description du poste

At Bella Italia, we believe the best moments in life are
spent with loved ones sharing food, friendship, laughter, and the joy of the
Italian table. If you’re passionate about great food and ready to bring energy
and creativity to the kitchen, this job has you written all over it!

Come and
be part of our family as a Chef.

Why Join Bella?

We know that happy teams create the best experiences, so we
offer:

• Hourly pay and opportunity to earn Tronc.
• Amazing Discounts – 50% off food and drink
  across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family.
• Flexible Working – Negotiable contracts to suit
  your lifestyle.
• Referral Bonus – Get rewarded for bringing great
  people on board!
• Career Growth – Fully funded Production Chef
  Level 2 apprenticeships and development programs
• Wellbeing & Support –
  Our Employee Assistance Programme includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, counselling, fitness & diet plans.
• Perks & Rewards – Free meals on shift,
  referral bonuses, access to wages before payday, discounted gym memberships,
  and exclusive savings on theme parks, shopping, and more!
• Team Celebrations – Competitions, team parties,
  and even a chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers

What You’ll Do as a Chef:

• Organise, coordinate, and deliver service across
  one or more sections in our fast-paced kitchen.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to produce
  delicious dishes to specification.
• Support and guide kitchen assistants and porters
• Ensuring your section is prepped and organised
  for service
• Maintain a spotless kitchen, ensuring the
  highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Who We’re Looking For:

If you love food, enjoy working as part of a close‑knit team, and thrive in a fast‑paced kitchen environment, you could be exactly who we’re looking for.

At Bella Italia, our kitchens are the heartbeat of the restaurant. From prepping fresh ingredients to cooking dishes our guests love, you’ll play a key role in delivering great food, every time. You’ll be part of a supportive, friendly team where you can learn new skills, build confidence, and take pride in what you do.

We’re proud to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know – we’re always happy to help.

Thinking about using AI tools for your application? They can help you get started, but what really stands out to us is you – your enthusiasm, teamwork, and willingness to get stuck in.

What’s the process?
Application → CV review → interview → offer and onboarding

You don’t need loads of experience – just a genuine love for food, a positive attitude, and a great team mindset. If you enjoy working behind the scenes to create something special on the plate, we’d love to welcome you into the Bella Italia kitchen.

Join the Bella Italia family today and work somewhere awesome! Don’t just take our word for it we’re proud to be named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026.