Sous Chef

Bella Italia; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay and Tronc

50% off food and 25% for friends &

Flexible working contracts

Referral bonus

Fully funded apprenticeships

Employee wellbeing support

Perks and rewards: shopping discounts

Team celebrations and events

Job summary

Bella Italia in Glasgow is seeking a Sous Chef to join our kitchen family. You will organise, coordinate, and deliver service across sections, working with the team to create dishes to specification and guide junior staff.

The role emphasizes prep, ordering, stock control, and maintaining high cleanliness standards in a busy kitchen. We offer flexible contracts and opportunities to develop, with a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen
• Ability to lead and guide staff
• Strong organisation and prep skills
• Commitment to cleanliness and hygiene

Responsibilities

• Organise, coordinate, and deliver service across one or more sections in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to produce dishes to specification.
• Support and guide chefs, kitchen assistants and porters.
• Ensure the kitchen is prepped and organised for service.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen and high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Complete opening and closing checklists and cleaning schedules.
• Take responsibility for ordering stock.
• Keep food stock secure and minimise deficits.
• Lead the kitchen team in the head chef's absence.
• Undertake other reasonable duties as requested.

Job description

• At Bella Italia, we believe the best moments in life are
  spent with loved ones sharing food, friendship, laughter, and the joy of the
  Italian table. If you’re passionate about great food and ready to bring energy
  and creativity to the kitchen, this job has you written all over it!

Come and
be part of our family as a Sous Chef.

Why Join Bella?

We know that happy teams create the best experiences, so we
offer:

• Hourly pay and opportunity to earn Tronc.
• Amazing Discounts – 50% off food and drink
  across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family.
• Flexible Working – Negotiable contracts to suit
  your lifestyle.
• Referral Bonus – Get rewarded for bringing great
  people on board!
• Career Growth – Fully funded Production Chef
  Level 2 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 – Free meals on shift,
  referral bonuses, access to wages before payday, discounted gym memberships,
  and exclusive savings on theme parks, shopping, and more!
• Team Celebrations – Competitions, team parties,
  and even a chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers

What You’ll Do as a Sous Chef:

• Organise, coordinate, and deliver service across
  one or more sections in our fast-paced kitchen.
• Work closely unsupervised and with the kitchen team to produce
  delicious dishes to specification.
• Support and guide chefs, kitchen assistants and porters
• Ensure the kitchen is prepped and organised
  for service
• Maintain a spotless kitchen, ensuring the
  highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Complete opening and closing checklists, ensuring daily and weekly cleaning schedules are carried out to legal and brand standards
• Take responsibility for ordering stock.
• Ensure the kitchen stock deficit is at a minimum by being responsible for food stock security.
• Lead the kitchen team and take additional responsibilities in the head chef's absence.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties, as requested.

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 prepping 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, build confidence, 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

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.