Newbury
Head Chef, High end Italian restaurant, Newbury £50,000 plus service charge and quarterly bonus. This is a chance to lead a respected Italian restaurant known for warm service, fresh dough, handmade pasta, and a lively, relaxed atmosphere. The site serves around 75 to 80 covers each day and reaches 110 to 120 on weekends. You will guide the kitchen, shape the menu, and support a committed team. Your role • Lead a structured team of 7-8 in the kitchen., • Oversee daily service with clear direction., • Keep strong standards for food, hygiene, and kitchen systems., • Develop menus that feel seasonal, balanced, and genuine., • Present dishes to the owners during the cook off, • Build a stable kitchen culture with simple, organised routines. What you bring • Proven experience in Italian restaurants as a Head Chef or even Sous Chef, • Confident leadership and a hands-on approach, • Strong understanding of fresh pasta and dough, • Ability to guide the menu without overcomplicating it., • Calm communication, clear guidance, and consistency What you receive • Circa £50,000 base salary (Neg depending on o your experience) + Service charge 6-8k per year + quarterly bonus., • Parking on site, • Cycle to work options and electric car support. If you are a head chef or sou chef with a strong Italian restaurant experience able to create amazing menus and have a stable CV, please get in touch.