We’re opening something exciting in Didsbury…
We’re looking for an experienced, passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen at our brand-new Italian aperitivo and cicchetti venue, opening in Didsbury at the end of September.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a new concept from the ground up and play a key role in shaping the food offering, kitchen culture and overall guest experience.
We’re looking for someone who genuinely loves Italian food and has strong hands-on experience with fresh pasta and authentic fresh pizza. You’ll have the opportunity to put your own stamp on the menu while working within the style and identity of the concept.
The Role
As Head Chef, you’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards across food quality, service, hygiene and kitchen operations.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Leading and developing the kitchen team
- Creating and delivering high-quality Italian-inspired dishes
- Producing fresh pasta and fresh pizza to a consistently high standard
- Developing cicchetti, small plates and sharing dishes
- Supporting menu development and seasonal specials
- Managing food quality, presentation and consistency
- Controlling food GP, wastage and portion sizes
- Managing ordering, stock control and supplier relationships
- Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen standards
- Training and developing junior chefs
- Working closely with the management team to create an outstanding guest experience
- Helping establish the kitchen culture and standards from opening day
About You
We’re looking for a hands-on Head Chef who can lead from the front.
You’ll ideally have:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready for the next step
- Excellent knowledge of Italian food
- Strong fresh pizza-making experience
- Strong fresh pasta-making experience
- Experience working with fresh ingredients and scratch cooking
- Experience managing a busy kitchen and kitchen team
- Good understanding of food GP, stock control and kitchen costs
- High standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
- A passion for developing dishes and creating great food
- The ability to train, motivate and lead a team
- A calm, organised approach under pressure
- A genuine passion for hospitality
The Opportunity
This isn't simply a Head Chef position in an established kitchen. You'll be joining at the beginning of something new.
You'll have the opportunity to help build the kitchen team, influence the menu, establish standards and become a key part of the venue from opening.
If you're passionate about Italian food, fresh pasta, fresh pizza and great hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of launching one of Didsbury's newest food and drink venues.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £36,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Didsbury, Greater Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Fresh pizza: 3 years (preferred)
- fresh pasta: 3 years (preferred)
- Head chef: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
