Head Chef

Bella Italia; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Bella Italia as a Head Chef and lead a passionate team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. With a focus on team development, culinary excellence, and a supportive workplace culture, this role offers career growth opportunities, competitive pay, and exciting perks.

Benefits

50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands

Fully funded apprenticeships in Hospitality Management

24/7 virtual GP and mental health support

Access to wages before payday

Discounted gym memberships

Team competitions and events

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Passionate about food and developing people.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the guest experience by ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection.
• Work closely with management to achieve restaurant goals.
• Maintain high hygiene standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Development

Culinary Skills

Job description

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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 Head Chef.

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

• 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).
• Wellbeing
  & Support – Our We Care program 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.

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—analysing 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.

At Bella Italia, everyone is welcome. We are committed to
creating a workplace where you can be yourself and thrive. If you need any
adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know—we’re happy to help.

Join the Bella Italia family today and work somewhere awesome! Don’t just take our word for it—we’ve been recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025!

Apply now and bring your leadership to the Bella Italia
kitchen!