Assistant Head Chef - Chester

Zizzi Ristorante; Chester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Chester is seeking an experienced Assistant Head Chef to lead kitchen operations in the absence of the head chef. Candidates should have a strong passion for food and demonstrate leadership abilities. The role includes planning shifts, ensuring food quality, and maintaining kitchen standards. Enjoy benefits like discounts and development opportunities.

Benefits

50% discount on meals

Free menu on shift

Wagestream for instant wage access

Discounts on cinema and travel

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Company pension contributions

Qualifications

• Ability to run the kitchen in the head chef's absence.
• Passion and knowledge of menu items and food specifications.
• Experience in delegating duties and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Stepping into the Head Chef's role when needed.
• Running the kitchen and leading the team for profitability.
• Ensuring presentation and quality of food meet standards.

Skills

Leadership

Passion for food

Teamwork

Job description

Assistant Head Chef - Chester

Employer
Zizzi

Location
Chester, Cheshire

Salary
Starts at £13.00 per hour + Benefits, Tronc, Service Charge & Tips

Closing date
22 Dec 2025

Sector
Chef jobs, Chef, Chef de Partie, Commis Chef

Job Type
Full Time

Job Details

Assistant Head Chef – UK – Chester

Calling all Pizza lovers!! (Pasta lovers are welcome too)

Assistant Head Chef up to £13.75 per hour plus Tronc and Benefits

As Assistant Head Chef you will be a senior part of the kitchen team, able to run the kitchen in the head chef's absence. You will show strong leadership and an unparalleled passion for food.

What You'll Get:

• Enjoy 50% discount on Zizzi & ASK Italian (drinks included) for yourself and friends
• Never go hungry – free & heavily discounted menu on shift
• Wagestream – instant access to earned wages
• Discounts on cinema tickets, travel websites and big brands while you’re off work
• Access to the online Zizzi community for rotas and payslips
• Free Employee Assistance Programme with GP and wellbeing support
• 28 days holiday (pro rata)
• Opportunities to develop and progress your career
• Company pension contributions
• Branded Zizzi T‑shirts and aprons provided

What Will You Be Doing?

• Stepping into the Head Chef's shoes when they are away, running the kitchen and leading the team to deliver exceptional food and maximum profitability.
• Be passionate about our food, knowing the menu and our specifications inside out, able to work across any section and sharing this passion with your team.
• Plan for shifts, ensuring the right level of food is prepared, and delegate duties to the team.
• Work with the whole restaurant team to deliver Great Times for customers and take pride in the presentation and quality of food.
• Ensure the restaurant and kitchen look fabulous at all times and meet the policies, processes and guidelines set out.

Zizzi Values

• Growth – You aim to be better than yesterday. We’re on a constant journey to be better, so we seek growth as a team, in our business and in the ways we contribute to the world.
• Individuality – You celebrate differences. We take pride in what makes us special and encourage everyone to be the best version of themselves.
• Drive – You make it happen. We adapt to today’s challenges, avoid cutting corners, and motivate everyone to strive for more.
• Togetherness – You want to be part of more. We always have each other’s backs, embracing the challenges as much as the great times.
• Fun – You enjoy the everyday. While we take our goals seriously, we don’t take ourselves seriously.

We are Zizzi. At Zizzi we are a family. It's never me, always we. Customers included.