Head Chef - Hourly

Bella Italia; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular Italian restaurant in Bristol is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen team. You will be responsible for ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection, maintaining high cleanliness standards, and fostering a motivating environment for your team. The role offers up to £18 per hour, a 40-hour contract, and a variety of benefits, including discounts and career growth opportunities. Join us and make a difference in our kitchen today!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

50% off food and drink

Career growth opportunities

Wellbeing & Support program

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to lead and develop a team effectively.
• Focus on maintaining hygiene and cleanliness standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and ensure high-quality dishes.
• Achieve restaurant goals in collaboration with the management team.
• Analyze profit and loss accounts for financial decisions.

Skills

Strong communication

Passionate about food

Leadership

Motivating team environment

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! Come and be part of the Bella Italia family as a Head Chef.

Why Join Bella?

Earn up to £18 hour with a 40-hour contract, flexible working, and no late-night shifts.

We know that happy teams create the best experiences, so we a range of benefits:

• 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 – 40‑hour contract 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, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, counselling, fitness & diet plans.
• 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!