Hourly Sous Chef: Fast-Paced Kitchen & Growth

Bella Italia; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay + Tronc

Discounts on food & drink across Big  

Career growth programs

Wellbeing & support

Access wages before payday

Team celebrations

Job summary

Bella Italia is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a busy kitchen and deliver high-quality dishes that guests love. You will oversee everything from starters to desserts, maintain top hygiene standards, and keep the kitchen running smoothly under pressure.

You will mentor junior chefs, work as part of a close-knit team, and contribute to a supportive, fast-paced environment where passion for food is celebrated daily.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to work as part of a close-knit team.
• Passion for food and delivering quality.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Mentoring juniors

Leadership

Job description

Bella Italia is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a busy kitchen and deliver high-quality dishes that guests love. You will oversee everything from starters to desserts, maintain top hygiene standards, and keep the kitchen running smoothly under pressure.

You will mentor junior chefs, work as part of a close-knit team, and contribute to a supportive, fast-paced environment where passion for food is celebrated daily.