Senior Pasta Chef

Join the Award-Winning Team at Lina Stores

Ranked among the UK's Top 100 Best Places to Work in 2025, Lina Stores is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Pasta Chef to join our growing kitchen team.

About Lina Stores

Established in 1944, Lina Stores is an iconic Italian delicatessen and restaurant group with locations across London and Manchester. Renowned for our fresh handmade pasta, artisan cheeses, cured meats, antipasti, and authentic Italian ingredients sourced directly from Italy, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional Italian dining experiences rooted in tradition, quality, and hospitality.

The Role

As a Senior Pasta Chef, you will play a key role in leading the pasta section within our open kitchen environment. You will be responsible for ensuring every pasta dish meets our exacting standards for quality, consistency, and presentation while supporting the Head Chef in maintaining smooth and efficient kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and finish fresh pasta dishes to the highest standards.

• Lead and support the pasta section during busy service periods.

• Ensure consistency in taste, texture, presentation, and portion control.

• Train, mentor, and support junior chefs and kitchen team members.

• Maintain exceptional food hygiene, health, and safety standards.

• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and inventory management.

• Work closely with the Head Chef to deliver an outstanding guest experience.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of kitchen processes and service standards.

About You

• Proven experience as a Pasta Chef within a high-volume restaurant environment.

• Strong knowledge of authentic Italian cuisine and fresh pasta production.

• Excellent leadership and team development skills.

• Passionate about quality, consistency, and attention to detail.

• Able to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.

• Highly organised with strong time management skills.

• Committed to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.

What We Offer

• 24/7 access to GP and prescription services.

• Up to 30% discount across all Lina Stores restaurants, bars, and delicatessens.

• Additional discounts at our sister restaurant brands.

• Daily coffee allowance and nutritious homemade meals during shifts.

• Ongoing training and clear career progression opportunities.

• Generous refer-a-friend programme.

• Hospitality Rewards App access.

• Wagestream financial wellbeing platform.

• Employee and Leader of the Quarter recognition awards.

• Team socials and staff celebrations.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Pasta Chef ready to take the next step in your career and share your passion for authentic Italian cuisine, we would love to hear from you. Join Lina Stores and become part of a team that celebrates craftsmanship, quality, and exceptional hospitality.