Head Chef

Prezzo Italian; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Head Chef at a leading Italian restaurant where your culinary skills and leadership will shine. This role focuses on delivering exceptional dining experiences while fostering a collaborative kitchen environment. With comprehensive perks and career development paths, you will create memorable moments for guests while advancing your culinary career.

Benefits

Bonus and Commission Schemes

50% off food and drink at Prezzo

Free meals on shift

Birthday off

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a kitchen team to deliver exceptional food and service.
• Uphold high standards in food quality and presentation.
• Mentor and develop culinary talents.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Excellence

Operational Efficiency

Guest Experience

Food Safety

Job description

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Head Chef – Prezzo

"Better Careers for Everyone!"

£15-16.50 per hour, depending on site location - plus tronc!

Our Role

As a Head Chef at Prezzo, you'll be the driving force behind our kitchen, nurturing an environment where culinary excellence meets joyful hospitality. You'll lead your team with passion and ensure every dish is a celebration of authentic Italian flavours.

At Prezzo, we’re not just focused on crafting delicious food—we’re dedicated to building better careers and creating better moments for everyone.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to mentor and develop emerging culinary talents, taking ownership of a culture where every team member can grow professionally and personally. Your leadership will inspire memorable dining experiences that transform each meal into a cherished moment for our guests and your team alike.

Life at Prezzo

Prezzo is a place where you can learn, lead, and love what you do, in an environment where everyone is valued, encouraged, and supported to grow. Whether you’re supporting other team members, enhancing guest experiences, or finding new ways to improve what we do, you’ll be making a real impact every day.

We celebrate achievements, confidently, proudly, joyfully- and always together.

Our Person

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about hospitality and committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• A strong, people-focused leader who can develop and inspire a high-performing team.
• Business-savvy, able to balance guest satisfaction with operational efficiency and profitability.
• Adaptable and proactive, making real-time decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Focused on excellence—whether in service, cleanliness, compliance, or team engagement.
  
  

How We Work

In our dynamic kitchen environment, you’ll lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional food and service. You’re passionate about upholding high standards in food quality, presentation, and consistency, ensuring that every dish delights our guests. We operate in a fast-paced setting, making real-time decisions to keep kitchen operations running smoothly.

Collaboration is essential—working closely with the front-of-house team and our support centre to align operational, commercial, and guest-focused goals. As our business evolves, you’ll remain adaptable, proactive, and ready to embrace new challenges, supporting your own career growth as well as that of your team, and creating better moments for everyone involved.

Experience We Value

• Previous experience in a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Passion for high-quality food and guest experience.
• Excellent understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong financial awareness and cost-control abilities.
• A proactive approach to training and developing a team.
  
  

Prezzo Perks: What’s in it for you?

• Bonus and Commission Schemes – earn more as you drive success!
• 50% off food and drink at Prezzo, free meals on shift, and at least 25% discount for family and friends.
• Your birthday off!
• Employee Assistance Programme & GP appointment helpline.
• Voluntary Bupa dental cover and health cash plan.
• Grow with us- Career development opportunities & internal progression pathways.
  
  

Apply Now!

Whether you’re starting or looking to grow your career, apply today and be part of the Prezzo family!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Restaurants

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