Head Chef/All Level Chef

Casa Rossa Italian Restaurant in Peterlee is looking for talented, passionate and reliable chefs to join our kitchen team.

We are recruiting for a Head Chef, Sous Chefs, Chef de Parties, Commis Chefs and Kitchen Assistants. Whether you are an experienced kitchen leader or beginning your career in hospitality, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality Italian dishes
• Maintain excellent standards of food quality and presentation
• Ensure food hygiene and health and safety procedures are followed
• Keep kitchen areas clean, organised and well stocked
• Work efficiently during busy services
• Support other members of the kitchen team
• Assist with stock control and reducing food waste
• Contribute to a positive and professional working environment

Head Chef Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and manage the kitchen team
• Maintain consistently high standards across every service
• Manage food preparation, stock control and ordering
• Help develop menus and daily specials
• Monitor food costs and minimise waste
• Organise kitchen rotas and support staff development
• Ensure full compliance with food hygiene and safety requirements

About You

• Passionate about fresh, high-quality Italian food
• Reliable, punctual and able to work well under pressure
• A strong team player with a positive attitude
• Available to work a mixture of weekdays, evenings and weekends
• Previous kitchen experience is preferred, depending on the role
• Leadership and kitchen-management experience is required for the Head Chef position
• Relevant food hygiene qualifications are desirable
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• A friendly and supportive working environment
• Training and opportunities for career development
• The chance to join a growing local Italian restaurant

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,000.00-£37,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food

Experience:

• Chef: 4 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person