Role: Assistant Head Chef / Sous Chef
Pay: Up to £15.75 per hour, including benefits.
Hourly Rate Breakdown
Up to £14.25 per hour, plus £1.50 per hour tronc average.
At ASK Italian, our people are the heart of our restaurants. ASK Factor is our philosophy, who we are, and showcases our inclusive and full-hearted personality. We're a diverse group of individuals, brought together by our shared passion for delivering excellent food and service.
We support everyone in their own journey, and value each person's unique background and experience to create our incredible ASK Italian teams!
We live and breathe the ASK Factor and use its core values to guide everything we do:
- Heartfelt: We love what we do and believe in what we say.
- Respectful: We care about how we make people feel and our impact on the world around us.
- Generous: We'll go that extra mile to make a difference.
- Spirited: We're determined, always moving forward to be the best we can be.
As an Assistant Head Chef at ASK Italian, you'll receive:
- Comprehensive Training: Full training and career development opportunities available through our award-winning Journey programme.
- Generous Discounts: 50% off at ASK Italian and Zizzi restaurants, including drinks.
- Excellent bonus potential
- Free Meals: Enjoy complimentary meals on shift, with access to a discounted menu.
- Inclusive Dress Code Policy: Part dress code provided, including shoes.
- Paid Holidays: 28 days paid holiday, pro-rata.
- Pension Contributions
- Christmas Day Off: Our restaurants are closed, giving you the freedom to celebrate as you choose.
- Employee Hub: Access to our online platform where you can manage your schedule, request holidays, and access various benefits, including:
- Early wage access through Stream
- Well-being and GP support for you and your family
- Discounts on lifestyle brands, including gyms, cinemas, and travel
- Community Volunteering: 1 paid day per year to volunteer in your local food bank.
- A Welcoming Team Environment: Be part of a team that values collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual respect. Create memorable experiences and make friends for life.
What We Ask of You: As an ASK Italian Assistant Head Chef, we value:
- Passion: A love for people, diverse cultures, food, and all things Italian, with a passion for growing sales and leading a fantastic team.
- Hospitality: A welcoming attitude, making every customer and Team Member feel at home.
- Teamwork: The ability to lead a team and work well in a fast-paced environment, with attention to detail and a commitment to excellent food, service, standards and team development.
- Behaviour: The desire to lead and work collaboratively with the Head Chef and Back of House team with a passion for delivering consistently high standards across all areas of the restaurant, demonstrating empathy, respect, and a dedication to delivering exceptional food and service to all customers.
Join Us: At ASK Italian , we embrace diversity and inclusivity wholeheartedly. We invite individuals from all backgrounds to join our vibrant team and play a role in our shared achievements. If you're ready to thrive in a dynamic and supportive workplace, we'd love to welcome you aboard!
Vacancy posted 21 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Assistant Head Chef in Edinburgh vacancy
£14.4 per hour
...space where everyone feels at home. What You’ll Do As Head Chef, you’ll be the master of the kitchen – leading your team to create... ...with our Franco Academy ~28 days holiday ~ Employee Assistance Programme with the Burnt Chef ~ A pension scheme to set you up...SuggestedHourly payFull-timeShift workAfternoon shift- £36k - £46k per annumEstimated...Head Chef We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen of our vibrant French Brasserie. Our restaurant celebrates the warmth and authenticity of classic French dining, combining traditional techniques with high-quality seasonal ingredients...SuggestedLong-term contractPermanentFull-timeShift work
£50k - £55k per annum
...KPI Recruiting are on the look out for an Events Sous Chef for our client based in Edinburgh. Head Chef – Event Catering Company Location: Edinburgh Salary: £55,000 per annum ⏰ Full-Time, Permanent We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead...SuggestedPermanentFull-time£13.16 per hour
...We are Hana Group UK. MAI Sushi are recruiting for an Experienced Assistant Sushi Chef Manager to come and lead our team in Mark's & Spencer kiosk in South Gyle, Edinburg Job Description If you are: Enthusiastic, energetic with the ability to demonstrate...SuggestedHourly payFull-timeFlexible hoursShift workDay shiftEarly shift£65k per annum
...Executive Chef - Come be a part of the food revolution! Salary -Up to £65,000 per annum and with Monday to Friday working hours! We are recruiting an Group Executive Head Chef for an exclusive contract based at an Edinburgh location with periodic travel! Be part...SuggestedFull-timeOn-siteMonday to Friday£28k per annum
...the conventional. Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much... ...around 1,200 employees Supporting the Head Chef in managing and developing a team of... ...strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance Access to...40 hours/weekFull-timeOn-siteMonday to FridayFlexible hours£14.5 per hour
...Reach for Remarkable Are you an experienced Cook/Chef looking to supplement your Income or looking to join a team for regular weekly... ..., pension contributions and many more benefits. Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme. You will also be joining...Hourly payTemporaryApprenticeshipCasual workFlexible hoursShift workWeekend workAfternoon shift£14.78 - £15.38 per hour
...at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated Chef who can bring their skills and passion for food into our care... ...free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7...Hourly payFull-timeFlexible hoursShift work£14.5 per hour
...We are seeking a skilled and motivated STC Mobile Chef to join our team at Redford Barracks. This role involves supporting Stand-Alone Short-Term Camps (STC) by delivering high-quality catering operations across multiple remote sites across Scotland. The successful candidate...Hourly payPermanentTemporaryPart-timeRemoteFlexible hours- £30k - £39k per annumEstimated...Sous Chef Duties Assisting with Menu Preparation – Work closely with the Head Chef to develop, plan, and implement new dishes, ensuring they align with the restaurant’s concept and meet quality standards. Overseeing Kitchen Operations – Manage kitchen staff during shifts...Shift work
£14 per hour
...Reach for Remarkable Sous Chef – Cook Up Your Next Career Move! Location: Redford Barracks, Edinburgh, EH13 0PP Pay: £14.00... ...and thrive. What you’ll do: Lead kitchen operations when the Head Chef is away. Prepare dishes to spec, following recipe sheets and...Hourly payPermanentFull-timeApprenticeshipWeekend workEarly shift£32.5k per annum
...date: 28/06/2026 We have an exciting opportunity for a Sous Chef to join our dynamic team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment... ...to work various shifts including weekends The Role: Assist the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations Supervise...PermanentFull-timeShift work- £32k - £41k per annumEstimated...Are you a Sous Chef looking for a better work life balance? Or to add some new flavour to your current work experience? Or would you... ...to Health & Wellbeing Support Programmes, including our Employee Assistance Programme and access to our Lifestyle “Perks” Platform. · By joining...Weekly payExtra incomeImmediate startMonday to FridayFlexible hoursShift workWeekend work
£40k per annum
...creativity and we’re looking for a Sous Chef to join our team at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh... ...safety standards Ability to support and assist in the overall running of the kitchen... ...developing daily changing menus alongside the Head Chef Proactive approach with the ability...40 hours/weekFull-time£36.05k per annum
...Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh Sous Chef £36,050 Per Annum + Service Charge, 40 hours... ...standards of quality and culinary excellence Assist in training and developing new kitchen team... ...craft, you'll work hand in hand with the Head Chef to deliver an exceptional dining...40 hours/weekApprenticeship£18 per hour
...KPI Recruiting are on the look out for an Events Sous Chef for our client based in Edinburgh. As a Chef your working hours and days... ...hours per week The duties and responsibilities as a Chef are: Assisting with marinating, cutting and precooking foods Cleaning the...40 hours/weekFull-timeShift work£15.05 per hour
...We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Sous Chef, you will be working alongside a truly passionate team to create an outstanding...40 hours/weekFull-time- £34k - £44k per annumEstimated...The Sous Chef will support the strategic initiatives and objectives of the Kitchen department, as well as supervising day to day operations... ...you'll be the backbone of the team as you'll be working with the Head Chef to inspire and motivate the team, ensuring that all guests...Full-time
£37.5k per annum
Sous Chef, Malmaison Earn up to 40k (including Service Charge) plus Generous Company Benefits... ...is the place to do it. Over 50% of our Head Chefs have been promoted from within with... ..., healthier, happier lives. ~ Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available...PermanentFull-timeNight shift£40k per annum
...creativity and we’re looking for a Sous Chef to join our team at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh... ...safety standards Ability to support and assist in the overall running of the kitchen... ...developing daily changing menus alongside the Head Chef Proactive approach with the ability...40 hours/weekFull-time- £30k - £40k per annumEstimated...bold toppings, and that perfect wood-fired oven, ready to keep the pizza rolling at The Hoxton, Edinburgh. Reporting to the Executive Chef, you’ll be responsible for all things pizza, day-to-day production, quality checks and making sure every slice hits the spot. We’ve...SeasonalFlexible hoursShift workNight shift
- £22k - £29k per annumEstimated...Pizza Chef – Cold Town House Cold Town House is one of Edinburgh’s most iconic venues,... ...at all Signature Group Venues · Employee Assistant Programme · Extra annual leave days gathered... ...Chefs, Chef de Parties, Sous Chefs, and Head Chefs. Whether you're just starting out or...Weekend workAfternoon shift
£13.76 per hour
...family. What You’ll Do: As Pizza Second Chef, you’ll be a vital part of our kitchen team, supporting the Head Chef and keeping the heart of our pizzeria beating... ...Franco Academy ~28 days holiday ~ Employee Assistance Programme with the Burnt Chef ~ A pension...Hourly payFull-timeShift workAfternoon shift£13.26 per hour
...What You’ll Do: As a Senior Pizza Chef, you’ll be a leader in the kitchen, helping... ...sourdough pizzas to perfection. Support the Head Chef in managing the kitchen, ensuring... ...Franco Academy ~28 days holiday ~ Employee Assistance Programme with the Burnt Chef ~ A...Full-timeShift work£12.9 - £14 per hour
...perspectives; which creates proper happiness, just like our pizzas do! We work hard because we think pizza makes people happier. As a Pizza Chef, you’ll be a specialist in creating the best Neapolitan Pizza’s, and for every guest to leave with a full belly, and already planning...Full-time- £27k - £35k per annumEstimated...7/2026 We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Sous Chef to join our dynamic team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment... ...The Role: Work closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef and assist with overseeing the kitchen operations Supervise and support...PermanentFull-time
£13 - £14 per hour
...countries around the world every day. Reach for Remarkable Sous Chef – Cook Up Your Next Career Move! Location: Redford Barracks,... ...thrive. What you’ll do: - Lead kitchen operations when the Head Chef is away. - Prepare dishes to spec, following recipe sheets...Hourly payPermanentFull-timeApprenticeshipWeekend workEarly shift- ...duties are carried out as instructed by senior chefs. To help and maintain a maximum yield... ...kitchen operations set and agreed by the Head Chef & Sous Chef. To check all inbound... ...delivered for the kitchen operation. Assist Head Chef with staff recruitment and inspirational...PermanentFull-time
£25.66k - £25.92k per annum
...Salary: £25,661 - £25,924 (pro-rata for part-time and sessional) Hours: 10 per week, 38 weeks sessional Our cook 1's/catering assistants play a vital role in delivering high quality catering services within schools. Working as part of a team, to deliver a range of meals...PermanentPart-timeFlexible hours- ...serviceCycle to work schemeLife assuranceCompany pension schemeEmployee assistance program with counselling and life advice supportsFamily leave... ....We are currently seeking a dedicated and dynamic Breakfast Chef to join our team and play a key role in driving excellence and...Full-time
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Assistant Head Chef. Be the first to apply!
