ASK Italian
Assistant Head Chef
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Assistant Head Chef
Assistant Head Chef / Sous Chef – ASK Italian
Role: Assistant Head Chef / Sous Chef
Pay:
- Up to £15.75 per hour, including benefits.
- Hourly rate breakdown: Up to £14.25 per hour, plus £1.50 per hour tronc average.
About ASK Italian
At ASK Italian, our people are the heart of our restaurants. ASK Factor is our philosophy—who we are and what defines our inclusive, warm personality. We’re a diverse team united by our shared passion for excellent food and service.
We support everyone’s journey, valuing each person’s unique background and experience to build incredible teams!
We live and breathe our core values:
- Heartfelt – We love what we do and believe in what we say.
- Respectful – We care deeply about how we make people feel.
- Generous – We go the extra mile to make a difference.
- Spirited – We’re determined, always pushing forward to be the best.
Key Benefits
As an Assistant Head Chef at ASK Italian, you’ll receive:
- Comprehensive Training: Full training and career development opportunities through our award-winning Journey programme.
- Complimentary Meals: Enjoy free meals on shift, with access to a discounted menu.
- Drape Code Support: Part dress code provided, including professional shoes.
- Discounts: 50% off at ASK Italian and Zizzi restaurants, including drinks.
- Paid Holidays: 28 days paid holiday, pro-rata.
- Pension Contributions: Towards your future.
- Christmas Day Off: Our restaurants close, giving you time to celebrate.
- Employee Hub Access: Manage holidays, schedule, and benefit requests, including:
- Early wage access via Stream
- Well-being and GP support for you and your family
- Discounts on lifestyle brands (gyms, cinemas, travel)
- 1 paid volunteering day per year to support your local food bank.
- Supportive Team Culture: Welcome, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you’ll create memorable experiences and forge friendships.
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Key Responsibilities & Requirements
What We Ask of You
As an ASK Italian Assistant Head Chef, we need:
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- Passion – A deep love for people, cultures, Italian food, and a drive to grow sales while leading a high-performing team.
- Hospitality – A warm, welcoming attitude, ensuring outstanding experiences for customers and team members.
- Team Leadership – Strong ability to lead a team in a fast-paced kitchen, with a focus on:
- Attention to detail
- Commitment to excellence in food, service, and team development.
- Behaviour – Dedicated to consistently high standards, with:
- Empathy and respect
- Collaborative leadership alongside the Head Chef and Back of House team.
- Responsibility for training and mentoring staff.
Join Our Team
At ASK Italian, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We’re looking for individuals from all backgrounds to join our dynamic, supportive team.
If you’re ready to thrive in a vibrant culinary environment, we’d love to welcome you! Reflecting our core values, you’ll make a meaningful difference—while enjoying incredible benefits and a joyful team culture.
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