Chef - Part Time

Prezzo Ltd; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular Italian restaurant chain in Ellesmere Port is looking for a talented Chef to create memorable dishes with passion and precision. This role involves delivering high-quality meals, maintaining kitchen standards, and engaging with guests. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role and a positive attitude for teamwork. Competitive pay of £12.50 - £13 per hour, plus tips and perks, available. Flexible shifts and structured career advancement opportunities offered.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Discounts for family

Birthday off

Wellbeing support

Exclusive hospitality rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role, with a strong commitment to quality and detail.
• A positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional dishes that make every guest feel special.
• Ensure each plate meets high standards of excellence.
• Help keep the kitchen safe, clean, and well-organised.
• Connect with guests and create lasting relationships.
• Support stock control and reduce waste.
• Continuously challenge yourself to improve.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Passion for cooking

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to put your heart into every dish you create? At Prezzo Italian, we’re looking for a talented Chef who thrives in a vibrant environment, where every plate is crafted with passion, precision, and pride. Join us and be part of a team that embodies HEART culture, bringing people together with memorable food experiences.

With our structured training and supportive team environment, you'll grow your skills step by step—starting with one section as a Chef 1, building confidence across two as a Chef 2, and mastering all three to become a Chef 3. At every stage, you'll be guided, encouraged, and celebrated as you put your heart into every dish and every shift.

What You'll Do

• Deliver exceptional dishes that make every guest feel special, as part of our Hospitality Magic ethos.
• Take full responsibility for your creations, ensuring each plate meets our high standards of excellence.
• Help keep our kitchen safe, clean, and well-organised by following Prezzo Italian's food safety and hygiene standards, including HACCP policies.
• Be an active participant in the local scene, connecting with guests and creating lasting relationships.
• Support stock control by sticking to portion guidelines and helping reduce waste. Ensure all kitchen paperwork—like temperature checks and cleaning records—are completed accurately and on time, so every dish is served with pride and confidence.
• Continuously challenge yourself to improve, accept feedback, and show resilience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Demonstrate a passion for cooking and a love for creating memorable dining experiences.

Qualifications / Experience

• Experience in a similar role, with a strong commitment to quality and detail.
• A positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Salary & Benefits

£12.50 - £13 per hour, depending on experience and skill level, plus tronc & perks. Flexibility with work hours, including weekends and bank holidays.

Why Join Prezzo Italian?

• Access structured training and clear career pathways to advance your skills and career.
• Competitive pay, tronc/tips, benefits, and recognition for dedication and hard work.
• Flexible shifts and a supportive environment to balance work with personal life.
• Perks such as free meals on shift, big discounts for you and your loved ones, your birthday off, wellbeing support, and access to exclusive hospitality rewards.
• Be part of a team-first business where you’re seen, heard and valued every day.