Job Title: Head Chef – Authentic Italian Restaurant

Location: Maidstone, Kent

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000 (net) per year (depending on experience to start) + performance bonus

About Us:

Bella Mia is an authentic Italian restaurant dedicated to bringing the true flavors of Italy to Maidstone. We pride ourselves on using premium, fresh ingredients to craft traditional dishes, from scratch‑made pastas to regional specialties. We are looking for an inspiring, passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team, drive culinary excellence, and make our kitchen their own.

The Role:

As our Head Chef, you will take full operational control of the kitchen. You will lead, mentor, and motivate a dedicated back‑of‑house team while ensuring every plate meets our high standards of flavor, presentation, and consistency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily kitchen operations, maintaining an organized, ...