Assistant Head Chef / Sous Chef - Lincoln

Zizzi Ristorante; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

50% off when not on shift

Earned wages access with Stream

24/7 Virtual GP

Job summary

Zizzi Ristorante is seeking an Assistant Head Chef to lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, running shifts and the pass with confidence. You will deliver exceptional food quality and consistency for dine-in and delivery orders while supporting management with stock, labour, prep, and cost control.

You will coach junior chefs, foster team spirit, and uphold safety standards. We value hands-on leaders who stay calm during peak times, weekends, and holidays, with a passion for Italian food

Qualifications

• Hands-on leader who can run shifts and the pass.
• Strong focus on food quality and consistency across dine-in and delivery.
• Ability to manage stock, labour, prep, and costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen and run the pass in the Head Chef's absence.
• Deliver exceptional food quality and consistency across all channels.
• Support management by hitting kitchen performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Team coaching

Food safety

Stock management

Labour control

Calm under pressure

Education

Experience as Sous/Junior/SeniorChef

Job description

As an Assistant Head Chef, you have a vital leadership role in our open kitchen. Partnering with the Head Chef, you'll step up to lead shifts, run the pass, and inspire the team during high-volume rushes. We're looking for someone hands-on who can balance a buzzing restaurant floor with our fast-paced out-of-restaurant delivery channels. If you have the drive to step up, we'll give you the platform to grow. What you'll do:

• Lead the kitchen and run the pass in the Head Chef's absence, keeping service flawless, fast, and on point.
• Deliver exceptional food quality and picture-perfect consistency across dine-in and out-of-restaurant delivery orders.
• Support the management team by hitting kitchen performance metrics with stock, labour, managing prep, and cost control.
• Coach and develop junior chefs, sharing your skills to build confidence, talent, and team spirit.
• Act as a role model for safety, ensuring kitchen cleanliness, compliance, and food safety are always spot on.

What's in it for you:

• Career development opportunities to fast-track your career to Head Chef.
• Flexible hours and the guaranteed stability of a minimum-hour contract.
• Access your earned wages whenever you need them with Stream.
• Free meals when you're on shift, and 50% off when you aren't.
• 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts on travel, cinema, and big brands
  Experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous, or Senior Chef in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• A love of Italian food, consistency, and high standards.
• A confident leader who can run a shift and motivate a team.
• The ability to stay calm, organised, and ready to guide the team during our busiest times, including evenings, weekends and holiday periods.
• A solid understanding of kitchen operations, including stock management, wastage, and labour control.