Head Chef - Bella Italia Burton

The Big Table Group Limited; Yoxall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

45-hour contract

Quarterly bonus

Tronc

Job summary

Bella Italia, part of The Big Table Group Limited, is seeking a passionate restaurant leader to drive guest experience, lead a talented team and uphold top kitchen and service standards.

This role rewards a genuine love for hospitality, people development, and strong business sense, with a 45-hour week, quarterly bonus, and staff welfare initiatives.

Join us to grow your career in a fast-paced, family-like environment that celebrates individuality and culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• We are looking for people who care about guests and teams, delivering exceptional hospitality.
• Ability to analyse profit & loss and drive efficiency in a fast-paced restaurant.
• A genuine love for hospitality and talent development.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and kitchen hygiene.

Responsibilities

• 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 and drive financial decisions to improve performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Guest experience

Hygiene standards

Financial awareness

People development

Hospitality passion

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!,

• 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. If you've got a real love for hospitality, enjoy bringing people together, and thrive in the buzz of a fast-paced, guest-first environment, you might just be the perfect fit for us. 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.

• Competitive Package - 45-hour contract quarterly bonus and opportunity to earn Tronc
• 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!
• 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.