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Head Chef
Head Chef / Kitchen Manager
Role Overview
Position: Head Chef / Kitchen Manager Pay: From £16.00 per hour (£37,440 pa, including benefits) + £1.50 per hour tronc average (Note: Base rate is from £14.50 per hour plus tronc).
About ASK Italian and Our Values
At ASK Italian, our people are the heart of our restaurants. Our philosophy, ASK Factor, is core to our identity:
- Heartfelt: Love what we do and believe in our mission.
- Respectful: Prioritise kindness and positive impact.
- Generous: Always go the extra mile.
- Spirited: Push boundaries to be the best.
We foster a diverse, inclusive, and passionate environment built on teamwork and exceptional experience.
Perks & Benefits
- Comprehensive Training: Award-winning Journey programme for career development.
- Staff Discounts: 50% off meals + drinks at ASK Italian and Zizzi restaurants.
- Excellent Bonuses: Performance-based incentives.
- Free Fuel & Meals:
- Complimentary meals on shift.
- Discounted staff menu availability.
- Dress Code Support: Included uniforms and shoes.
- Paid Holiday: 28 days (pro-rata for part-time).
- Pension Contributions: Autogenerated for long-term security.
- Christmas Day Off: Restaurant closures allow celebrations.
- Employee Hub: Manage everything in one place, including:
- Early wage access via Stream.
- Well-being & GP support for employees and families.
- Lifestyle discounts (gyms, cinemas, travel, etc.).
- Community Support:
- 1 paid day per year to volunteer at a local food bank.
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What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)
As an ASK Italian Head Chef, you’ll lead with:
- Passion for Italian cuisine, service excellence, and fostering sales growth.
- Hospitality: A welcoming attitude, ensuring all customers and colleagues feel valued.
- Collaborative Leadership: Manage a team in a fast-paced environment, maintaining meticulous standards for food, service, and team development.
- Consistency Ethics: Demonstrate empathy, respect, and excellence across all restaurant operations.
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Key Collaborator: You'll partner seamlessly with the General Manager and Back of House Team to achieve top-tier outcomes daily.
Requirements
- A true strong believer in hospitality and Italian culture.
- Experience in leading/growing teams with developer focus.
- Communication mastery: Balancing detail-orientation and adaptability in busy settings.
- A commitment to fostering collaboration, creativity, and innovation within diverse teams.
Why Join ASK Italian?
We're looking for diverse, talented individuals ready to grow with us. If you thrive in a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive workplace while giving back—our ambition matches yours. Accommodate difference and ignite excellence: Dive into an opportunity you’ll love.
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