Chef - Part Time

Prezzo Italian; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tronc & tips

Free meals on shift

Big discounts for you and loved ones

Your birthday off

Wellbeing support

Exclusive hospitality rewards

Structured training and clear career路径

Job summary

Prezzo Italian in Felixstowe is hiring a Line Chef. Offers £12.88 - £13.39 per hour plus tronc and perks. Training progresses from Chef 1 to Chef 3, with structured support to grow skills and confidence.

Join a HEART culture where dishes are crafted with passion and precision, and where you’ll be part of a team that values guests and community. Flexible shifts and opportunities to advance are provided in a vibrant kitchen.

Qualifications

• Passion for cooking and creating memorable dining experiences.
• Experience in a similar role with strong attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Flexibility with work hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional dishes that make guests feel special.
• Take full responsibility for your creations and high standards.
• Maintain kitchen safety, cleanliness and HACCP compliance.
• Engage with guests and build lasting relationships in the local scene.
• Assist with stock control, portion control and waste reduction; complete temperature checks and cleaning records.
• Continuously seek improvement, accept feedback and stay resilient in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Work collaboratively with teammates and celebrate team achievements.

Skills

Cooking experience

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Job description

Line Chef - Prezzo Italian

"Put Your Heart Into It"

£12.88 - £13.39 per hour, depending on experience and skill level - plus tronc & perks

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. You’ll also make sure all kitchen paperwork - like temperature checks and cleaning records - is 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.
• Work with your teammates, support one another, and celebrate team achievements.

What We're Looking For

• A passion for cooking and a love for creating memorable dining experiences.
• 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.
• 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.
• Enjoy competitive pay, tronc/tips, benefits, and recognition for your dedication and hard work.
• Flexible shifts and a supportive environment to help you balance work with personal life.
• Perks that matter - like free meals on shift, big discounts for you and your loved ones, your birthday off, wellbeing support, and access to exclusive hospitality rewards.
• Become part of a team-first business where you’re seen, heard and valued every day.