Head Chef / Kitchen Manager
Pay: From £16.00 per hour / £37,440 per annum, including benefits, plus bonus.
Hourly Rate Breakdown: From £14.50 per hour, plus £1.50 per hour tronc average.
ASK Factor – Core Values
- Heartfelt – We love what we do and believe in what we say.
- Respectful – We care about how we make people feel and our impact on the world around us.
- Generous – We’ll go that extra mile to make a difference.
- Spirited – We’re determined, always moving forward to be the best we can be.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Training – Full training and career development opportunities available through our award‑winning Journey programme.
- Generous Discounts – 50% off at ASK Italian and Zizzi restaurants, including drinks.
- Excellent bonus potential.
- Free Meals – Complimentary meals on shift, with access to a discounted menu.
- Inclusive Dress Code Policy – Part dress code provided, including shoes.
- Paid Holidays – 28 days paid holiday, pro‑rata.
- Pension Contributions.
- Christmas Day Off – Our restaurants close, giving you the freedom to celebrate as you choose.
- Employee Hub – Online platform to manage your schedule, request holidays and access various benefits, including:
- Early wage access through Stream.
- Well‑being and GP support for you and your family.
- Discounts on lifestyle brands, including gyms, cinemas and travel.
- Community Volunteering – One paid day per year to volunteer in your local food bank.
- A Welcoming Team Environment – Be part of a team that values collaboration, inclusivity and mutual respect. Create memorable experiences and make friends for life.
What We Ask of You
- Passion – A love for people, diverse cultures, food and all things Italian, with an enthusiasm for growing sales and leading a fantastic team.
- Hospitality – A welcoming attitude, making every customer and team member feel at home.
- Teamwork – Ability to lead a team and work well in a fast‑paced environment, with attention to detail and a commitment to excellent food, service, standards and team development.
- Behaviour – Desire to lead and work collaboratively with the General Manager and back‑of‑house team, delivering consistently high standards across all areas of the restaurant, while demonstrating empathy, respect and dedication to exceptional food and service for all customers.
Join Us
At ASK Italian we embrace diversity and inclusivity wholeheartedly. We invite individuals from all backgrounds to join our vibrant team and play a role in our shared achievements. If you’re ready to thrive in a dynamic and supportive workplace, we’d love to welcome you aboard!
