Head Chef

HEAD CHEF – BIBIS ITALIANISSIMO

Restaurant & Cocktail Bar in Leeds City Centre

Bibis Italianissimo is a highly successful, well-renowned Italian restaurant and cocktail bar, celebrated for exceptional food, attentive service and live entertainment, with lunchtime and early evening shows three - four times a week.

Package

• £52,000 per year (including tronc, based on 50 hours over 5 days), with potential for a future performance-related bonus
• Parking provided
• Permanent position with a six-month trial period

We are seeking a hands-on culinary leader with excellent knowledge of Italian and European cuisine and a strong foundation in classical cooking techniques.

1. Work closely with our Executive Chef to lead our 20-strong kitchen brigade, delivering consistently exceptional food in a high-volume, quality-led environment.

2.Train, mentor and develop the kitchen team**.** Share your culinary knowledge, strengthen the team’s practical skills and confidence, and set clear standards for preparation, presentation and service.

3.Contribute to business development and menu planning, creating bespoke menus for corporate functions and events, with a quick turnaround, that combine creativity with efficient high-volume service and consistently high quality.

4.Manage ordering and stock control with strong financial awareness whilst controlling food costs.

5.Excellent organisational skills and the ability to remain calm and lead effectively in a fast-paced, challenging kitchen environment are essential.

6.Maintain high standards of food safety and compliance**.** Ensure the kitchen consistently meets food hygiene, allergen management and health and safety requirements.

Join our family business

Bibis is a family business run by husband-and-wife proprietors. We are looking for a special Head Chef who shares our passion for quality food and genuine hospitality, and who is keen to play a key role in developing our team and helping the business grow.

Professionals only need apply.

Pay: £52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Head chef: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person