Line Chef

Line Chef


Company
Gusto Italian
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£12.71 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Gusto Careers - Gusto Italian

Job Description
Are you passionate about people? Fanatical about food? Driven by development?

Does this sound like you? Then you are the Line Chef we are looking for!

We are on the lookout for a driven and passionate Line Chef to join our restaurant. Are you ready for a new challenge?

What’s in it for you as a Line Chef at Gusto Italian?
• Up to £15.50 per hour (Inc Tronc) and Benefits
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Pay
• Apprenticeships
• Employee Assistance Program via Hospitality Action
• Free food on shift
• 50% Off Food when not on shift at Gusto
• Kids Eat Free - Bring the little ones to Gusto and their meals are on us!
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Plus loads more…

You’ll be a sociable and friendly Line Chef who is at home within a fun, busy, and fast paced restaurant. You’ll look for the good and always do the right thing, while producing exceptional dishes for your guests! You will also support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in providing an amazing guest experience!

What do we do here at Gusto Italian?

Our restaurants are a vibrant, bustling hub. With great food, expert staff and outstanding drinks. This is a place where you can drive your career forward and really make a difference!

Are you the Line Chef we are looking for? If so, please apply to find out more.

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Q What is the National Living Wage rate for restaurant workers aged 21 and over in the UK from April 2026?
As per the UK Government, the National Living Wage for restaurant roles such as waiters and kitchen staff aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour as of 1 April 2026. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including overtime at the same rate. This applies to all restaurant jobs regardless of contract type.
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As per the UK Government, non-UK citizens require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed restaurant employer for roles meeting the minimum salary threshold of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code. The visa costs £719 for up to 3 years and must be applied for before starting work. Seasonal Worker visas are not available for permanent restaurant positions.
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Q What are the maximum weekly working hours and annual leave entitlements for full-time restaurant staff in the UK?
As per the UK Government, restaurant workers cannot exceed an average of 48 hours per week over a 17-week reference period unless they opt out in writing. Full-time staff receive at least 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays. Employers must provide payslips showing exact hours and holiday accrual.
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