Sous Chef: Lead Italian Kitchen, Create & Mentor

The Big Table Group; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay + Tronc

Discounts 50% food & drink across Big

Job summary

Bella Italia is looking for a Sous Chef in Gateshead to join our kitchen team. You will create a wide range of dishes from starters to desserts, ensuring quality with every plate and maintaining high safety standards.

Collaborating with a busy team, you will stay organized under pressure and mentor junior chefs as you help grow the kitchen skills. The role is full-time and based in our Gateshead restaurant, with opportunities to progress within The Big Table Group.

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.
• Ensure 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.

Job description

Bella Italia is looking for a Sous Chef in Gateshead to join our kitchen team. You will create a wide range of dishes from starters to desserts, ensuring quality with every plate and maintaining high safety standards.

Collaborating with a busy team, you will stay organized under pressure and mentor junior chefs as you help grow the kitchen skills. The role is full-time and based in our Gateshead restaurant, with opportunities to progress within The Big Table Group.