Head Chef - Glasgow

ASK Italian; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Glasgow is seeking a Head Chef to lead its kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for diverse cultures and food, a strong team leadership ability, and a commitment to exceptional service standards. This role offers competitive pay starting from £15.50 per hour, with comprehensive training, generous discounts, and a supportive, inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Training

50% off meals at ASK Italian and Zizzi

Free meals on shift

Paid Holidays

Pension Contributions

Employee Hub for benefits management

Qualifications

• A love for people, diverse cultures, food, and leading a fantastic team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain high standards.
• Commitment to deliver exceptional food and service.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and ensure high food quality standards.
• Manage kitchen operations and deliver excellent customer experiences.
• Drive sales through a welcoming hospitality approach.

Skills

Passion for diverse cultures and food

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Job description

Head Chef - Glasgow

• Role : Head Chef / Kitchen Manager
• Pay : From £15.50 per hour / £36,270 pa, including benefits, plus bonus.
• Hourly Rate breakdown : From £14.00 per hour, plus £1.50 per hour tranche average.

At ASK Italian, our people are the heart of our restaurants.

ASK Factor is our philosophy, who we are, and showcases our inclusive and full-hearted personality.

We're a diverse group of individuals, brought together by our shared passion for delivering excellent food and service.

We support everyone in their own journey, and value each person's unique background and experience to create our incredible ASK Italian teams!

ASK Factor values

• Heartfelt : We love what we do and believe in what we say.
• Respectful : We care about how we make people feel and our impact on the world around us.
• Generous : We'll go that extra mile to make a difference.
• Spirited : We're determined, always moving forward to be the best we can be.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Training : Full training and career development opportunities available through our award-winning Journey programme.
• Generous Discounts : 50% off at ASK Italian and Zizzi restaurants, including drinks.
• Excellent bonus potential
• Free Meals : Enjoy complimentary meals on shift, with access to a discounted menu.
• Inclusive Dress Code Policy : Part dress code provided, including shoes.
• Paid Holidays : 28 days paid holiday, pro-rata.
• Pension Contributions
• Christmas Day Off : Our restaurants are closed, giving you the freedom to celebrate as you choose.
• Employee Hub : Access to our online platform where you can manage your schedule, request holidays, and access various benefits, including:
• Early wage access through Stream
• Well-being and GP support for you and your family
• Discounts on lifestyle brands, including gyms, cinemas, and travel
• Community Volunteering : 1 paid day per year to volunteer in your local food bank.
• A Welcoming Team Environment : Be part of a team that values collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual respect.

Create memorable experiences and make friends for life.

What We Ask of You

• Passion : A love for people, diverse cultures, food, and all things Italian, with a passion for growing sales and leading a fantastic team.
• Hospitality : A welcoming attitude, making every customer and Team Member feel at home.
• Teamwork : The ability to lead a team and work well in a fast-paced environment, with attention to detail and a commitment to excellent food, service, standards and team development.
• Behaviour : The desire to lead and work collaboratively with the General Manager and Back of House team with a passion for delivering consistently high standards across all areas of the restaurant, demonstrating empathy, respect, and a dedication to delivering exceptional food and service to all customers.

Join Us

At ASK Italian, we embrace diversity and inclusivity wholeheartedly. We invite individuals from all backgrounds to join our vibrant team and play a role in our shared achievements.

If you're ready to thrive in a dynamic and supportive workplace, we'd love to welcome you aboard!