Head Chef

Bella Italia; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular Italian dining chain is seeking a Head Chef for their new location in Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, exceptional leadership skills, and a drive to create a positive team atmosphere. Responsibilities include ensuring top-quality dishes, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and achieving restaurant goals in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a competitive package, career growth opportunities, and a supportive work culture, emphasizing individual differences and team spirit. Join a recognized workplace and bring your leadership to the kitchen!

Benefits

50% off food and drink

Career growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to wages before payday

Quarterly bonus

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and a passion for developing talent.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the guest experience by ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection.
• Work closely with the management team to achieve restaurant goals.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and kitchen hygiene.
• Create a motivating team environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Passion for food

Team development

Job description

**** Opening Soon Edinburgh Hanover ****

At Bella Italy, 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 Italy family as a Head Chef.

Why Join Bella?

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 and quarterly bonus
• 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).
• Salary Sacrifice Scheme – Make the most of tax‑efficient savings on National Insurance, pension contributions, and a range of lifestyle benefits.
• Wellbeing & Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, 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 Italy, 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 Italy, 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 Italy 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 Italy kitchen!