Head Chef

2 weeks ago

Marriott's Close Woodford Way Marriotts Walk Witney OX GW UK, United Kingdom Bella Italia Full time £45,000 - £55,000 per year

At Bella Italia, we believe that the best moments in life
are spent with loved ones—sharing food, friendship, laughter, and the joy of
the Italian table. If you have a passion for pizza, pasta, and leading a
fantastic team, then this is the job for you Come and be part of the Bella
Italia family as a Head Chef.

Why Join Bella?

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

  •  A Place for Everyone – We celebrate
    individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, if
    you bring passion and leadership, there's a place for you in our kitchen
  • A Competitive Package – 45-hour contract,
    quarterly bonus, and referral bonus scheme.
  • Amazing Discounts – 50% off food and drink
    across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family.
  • Career Growth – Fully funded apprenticeships in
    Hospitality Management (Level 4), L&D, HR, or Marketing (Levels 3, 4, &
    5).
  • Salary Sacrifice Scheme – Make the most of tax-efficient savings on National Insurance, pension contributions, and a range of lifestyle benefits.  
  • Wellbeing & Support – Our We Care program includes a
    24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, a
    second medical opinion service, and more.
  • Perks & Rewards – Access to wages before
    payday, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and
    more
  •  Team
    Competitions & Events – Win a trip to Italy, team parties, and even a
    chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers.

What You'll Do as a Head Chef:

  • Work closely with the management team to achieve
    restaurant goals.
  • Lead the guest experience by ensuring every dish
    is cooked to perfection.
  • Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness
    and kitchen hygiene.
  • Create a fun, motivating team environment, with
    a focus on developing and nurturing talent.
  • Be commercially minded—analysing profit &
    loss accounts to make strong financial decisions and drive efficiency.

Who We're Looking For:

At Bella Italia, we don't just look for experience—we look
for leaders. If you're a strong communicator, passionate about food and developing
people and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

At Bella Italia, everyone is welcome. We are committed to
creating a workplace where you can be yourself and thrive. If you need any
adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know—we're happy to help.

Join the Bella Italia family today and work somewhere awesome Don't just take our word for it—we've been recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025

Apply now and bring your leadership to the Bella Italia
kitchen

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