Head Chef – Italian Restaurant
Location: Warrington Town Centre
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Restaurant: New Italian Restaurant – Opening Soon
We are looking for an experienced, passionate and highly skilled Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at our exciting new Italian restaurant opening soon in Warrington Town Centre.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who has a genuine passion for Italian cuisine and wants to play a key role in establishing a brand-new restaurant from the very beginning.
About the Role
As Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading the kitchen operation, developing and maintaining a high-quality Italian menu, managing the kitchen team and ensuring consistently excellent food and service.
We are looking for someone with extensive knowledge of Italian cuisine, from traditional regional dishes and fresh pasta through to modern Italian cooking techniques and presentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the kitchen team on a day-to-day basis
- Develop, prepare and maintain an authentic, high-quality Italian menu
- Demonstrate extensive knowledge of Italian ingredients, dishes and regional cuisine
- Prepare fresh pasta, sauces, meat, fish, seafood and traditional Italian dishes to a high standard
- Maintain excellent standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
- Manage food ordering, stock control, portion control and kitchen costs
- Maintain strict food hygiene, health & safety and cleanliness standards
- Train, motivate and develop kitchen staff
- Manage kitchen rotas and staffing requirements
- Work closely with management to establish the restaurant's food offering and kitchen procedures
- Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently during busy service periods
- Take full ownership of kitchen standards and performance
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a Head Chef who:
- Has proven experience as a Head Chef
- Has extensive professional experience with Italian cuisine
- Has a deep understanding of traditional Italian cooking and regional specialities
- Is highly confident preparing fresh pasta and authentic Italian dishes
- Understands quality Italian ingredients and how to use them correctly
- Has strong leadership and kitchen management skills
- Is organised, calm and able to perform under pressure
- Takes pride in food quality, presentation and consistency
- Has excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations
- Is creative, passionate and committed to delivering an exceptional dining experience
Italian culinary experience is essential for this position.
What We Offer
- Full-time, permanent position
- The opportunity to lead the kitchen of a brand-new Italian restaurant
- A key role in shaping the restaurant from opening
- Competitive salary, based on experience
- Opportunity for menu development and creative input
- A professional and exciting working environment
- Career development opportunities as the restaurant grows
If you are a passionate Italian chef with the experience, knowledge and ambition to build and lead a kitchen from the ground up, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to become our Head Chef and be part of something exciting from day one.
Pay: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
