Hourly Sous Chef

Bella Italia Gateshead; Mount Pleasant; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Tronc eligible

Food & drink discounts

Job summary

Bella Italia Gateshead is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join our fast-paced kitchen team. You will prepare a wide range of dishes from starters to desserts, while maintaining high food safety standards and a collaborative, energetic work environment.

Join us to enjoy a supportive team, competitive hourly pay with opportunities for tronc, and generous staff discounts across brands, plus wellbeing and development programs.

Responsibilities

• Create a wide range of dishes – From starters todesserts, delivering quality every time.
• Work as a team – Keep up the pace and energy in the kitchen.
• Ensuresafety & hygiene – Always maintaining the highest food safety standards.
• Communicate & stay organised – Keep the kitchen running smoothly under pressure.
• Guide & mentor junior chefs – Share yourskills and help the team develop & grow.

Job description

At Bella Italia, we believe the best moments in life arespent sharing food, friendship, laughter, and the joy of the Italian table. Ifyou have a passion for pizza and pasta, this is the job for you!

Come and be part of the Bella Italia family as a SousChef!

Why Join Bella?

We know that happy teams create great guest experiences, sowe offer:

• Hourly pay and opportunity to earn Tronc.
• Amazing Discounts – 50% off food and drinkacross all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family.
• Career Growth – Fully funded Production ChefLevel 3 apprenticeships and development programs.
• Wellbeing & Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, counselling, fitness & diet plans.
• Perks & Rewards – Access wages beforepayday, salary finance support, discounted gym memberships, and savings ontheme parks, shopping, and entertainment.
• Team Celebrations – Competitions, team parties,and even a chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers

As a Sous Chef, you will:

• Create a wide range of dishes – From starters todesserts, delivering quality every time.
• Work as a team – Keep up the pace and energy inthe kitchen.
• Ensuresafety & hygiene – Always maintaining the highest food safety standards.
• Communicate & stay organised – Keep thekitchen running smoothly under pressure.
• Guide & mentor junior chefs – Share yourskills and help the team develop & grow.

Who We’re Looking For:

If you love food, enjoy working as part of a close‑knit team, and thrive in a fast‑paced kitchen environment, you could be exactly who we’re looking for.

At Bella Italia, our kitchens are the heartbeat of the restaurant. From preparing fresh ingredients to cooking dishes our guests love, you’ll play a key role in delivering great food, every time. You’ll be part of a supportive, friendly team where you can learn new skills, lead our teams, and take pride in what you do.

We’re proud to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know – we’re always happy to help.

Thinking about using AI tools for your application? They can help you get started, but what really stands out to us is you – your enthusiasm, teamwork, and willingness to get stuck in.

What’s the process?

Application → CV review → interview → offer and onboarding

If you have a genuine love for food, a positive attitude, and a great team mindset. If you enjoy working behind the scenes to create something special on the plate, we’d love to welcome you into the Bella Italia kitchen.

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.