About Bella Italia
Bella Italia is a chain of Italian restaurants.
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Job description from Bella Italia
At Bella Italia we believe that the best moments in life are those spent with loved ones, sharing food, friendship, laughter and the joy of the Italian table.
You too? Come and be part of the Bella Italia Family as a Chef if you have a LOVE for pizza and pasta then this is the job for you!
Why Bella?
- 50% Employee Discount off food and drink across all Big table Group Brands.
- 25% Friends and Family Discount
- Negotiable contracts and flexible working opportunities available
- Referral bonus
- We Care program including: 24/7 virtual GP, second medical opinion, mental health support and counselling, Get Fit Program, healthy diet support.
- Fully funded Apprenticeship if you wish to develop your skills to Production chef level 2.
- Free meals on shift
- Access to wages before pay day
- Salary Finance- access to savings and loans
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Discounts on Merlin Entertainment, Alton towers, Legoland etc
- Lots of Competitions including win trip to Italy, Great British Bella Bake off and team parties.
- Spend and save giving access to hundreds of on-line retailers, with the added bonus of 10% cash back,
As a Chef, you will be responsible for:
- Organising, co-ordinating and delivering service for one or more sections in our fast, paced kitchens
- Able to work well with the brigade to produce dishes in compliance with our specifications.
- Fully prepare the kitchen at the start of shift, maintain it throughout the shift & close it down at the end of shift
- Able to lead by example, to nurture, lead and develop our Kitchen Assistant and Kitchen Porters in their duties at times.
- Clean down kitchens to ensure spotless working environments!
Join the Bella Italia family as a Chef today and work somewhere awesome! Don't just take our word for it. We've been recognised in the Top 100 of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023
Job insights from Breakroom
Chefs
Chefs prepare and cook food in restaurants, hotels and bars.
What you’ll do as a chef:
- Plan meals
- Prepare and cook food
- Purchase food and look after a budget
- Be responsible for the hygiene and safety of food served
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Physical activities
- Wearing a uniform
- Cleaning
- Anti-social hours
What employees say
Pay
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Only some people are paid a living wage
Do Bella Italia pay a living wage?
Some people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
50% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Only some people are paid market rates
Do Bella Italia pay market rates?
Only some people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
65% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
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Under 21s get paid less than everyone else
Do Bella Italia pay the same regardless of age?
No, people under the age of 21 get paid less than those above 23.
See what Bella Italia pays different age groupsHow we know this
The average pay of under 21s is less than those who are over 23.Based on data from 75 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2021 and December 2023.
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do workers at Bella Italia get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
92% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and December 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Bella Italia pay sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
95% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and December 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Some people do unpaid extra work
Do workers at Bella Italia do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
35% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 68 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and December 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at Bella Italia?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 81% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 13% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 3% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 3% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
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Some people worry about their hours
Do workers at Bella Italia worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
51% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and December 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do Bella Italia workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
45% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and December 2023.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for Bella Italia workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
61% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at Bella Italia?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
90% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and September 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts can get changed at short notice
Do Bella Italia managers change shifts at short notice?
Some managers change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
59% of people say their manager changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and December 2023.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at Bella Italia?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
40% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and December 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
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People work a lot more hours than their contract
Do people work the same number they are contracted for at Bella Italia?
Most people work a lot more hours than their contact..
How we know this
71% of people report working 8 hours or more than their contract.Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and December 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you should expect to work about the same number of hours that your contract guarantees you, most of the time.
It’s useful to pick up or drop a few shifts here and there, but if you often work a lot more hours every week than you’re contracted for, a good job should guarantee them.
This means you’re more likely to know when you’ll be working and how much you’ll earn in advance.
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Most students say it’s good
Is a Bella Italia job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
71% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2021 and August 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.
Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.
Workplace
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at Bella Italia feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
70% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Most people get proper breaks
Do people at Bella Italia get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks.
How we know this
70% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at Bella Italia?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
84% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at Bella Italia enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
72% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2021 and November 2023.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Bella Italia recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
53% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Only some people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Bella Italia?
Some people did’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
55% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Only some people get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at Bella Italia?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 34% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do people think Bella Italia head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
77% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how Bella Italia is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
64% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What Bella Italia employees say about their job
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Best thing
Free food on shift
Discount on BTH restaurants
Great management (in the kitchen)
Great pay
You get cash tips and service charge tipsWorst thing
Long hours
Don’t get a break unless working all day
Don’t train you on all sections
Gets really busy and can be stressful
Long hours (great if that’s what your looking for though)Bella Italia Chef de partie, April 2023
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Best thing
Free meals on shift
50% discount when out with friends
TeamWorst thing
Can get busy, need more team at times
Bella Italia Chef, March 2023
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