Designate Head Chef - Witney/Oxford - Bella Italia Witney

The Big Table Group Limited; Witney; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Tronc

50% food discount

Friends & family 25%

Hospitality Apprenticeship Level 4

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Gym discounts

Theme park savings

Italy trips

Job summary

Bella Italia is seeking a Designate Head Chef to lead a fantastic kitchen team across locations, delivering exceptional Italian dishes and guest experiences. You will work closely with management to meet restaurant goals while maintaining top hygiene standards.

The role offers growth opportunities within a family-like culture that puts people first and celebrates team achievements. Join a brand recognised for its supportive environment and the chance to develop culinary talent through fully

Qualifications

• Lead the guest experience by ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and kitchen hygiene.
• Adaptable and flexible, happy to work across different locations based on business needs.
• Create a fun, motivating team environment, with a focus on developing and nurturing talent.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the management team to achieve restaurant goals.
• Adaptable and flexible, happy to work across different locations based on business needs.
• 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.

Job description

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. If you have a passion for pizza, pasta, and leading a fantastic team, then this is the job for you! Come and be part of the Bella Italia family as a Designate Head Chef.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the management team to achieve restaurant goals.
• Adaptable and flexible, happy to work across different locations based on business needs
• 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.

Company Culture

At Bella Italia, our teams are like family. We put people at the heart of everything we do, creating a welcoming, inclusive workplace where you can be yourself, feel supported, and grow your career. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know - we've got you.

At Bella Italia, we don't just look for experience - we look for people with a genuine love for hospitality who care about their teams and our guests. If that sounds like you, we'd love to welcome you to the family. 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.

Benefits

• Competitive Package - 45-hour contract, quarterly bonus and opportunity to earn Tronc.
• 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).
• Wellbeing & Support - Our Employee Assistance Programme includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, 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.