Chef - Part Time

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Staff discounts

Birthday off

Wellbeing support

Exclusive hospitality rewards

Job summary

Prezzo Italian in Norwich is seeking a passionate Chef to join a vibrant kitchen where every dish is crafted with care. Starting at Chef 1 and progressing to Chef 2 and Chef 3, you will be guided and celebrated as you grow your skills across sections, while delivering high-quality plates in a fast-paced environment.

Join a team that values heart, hospitality, and pride in every service, with hourly pay (£12.88–£13.39) plus tronc and perks, flexible shifts, and opportunities to advance your

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role with commitment to quality and detail.
• Positive attitude and ability to thrive in a team.
• Flexibility with work hours, including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional dishes that make guests feel special.
• Take full responsibility for your creations, meeting high standards.
• Follow food safety and HACCP policies to keep the kitchen safe and clean.
• Engage with guests and build local relationships.
• Support stock control and complete kitchen paperwork accurately.
• Seek feedback, improve continuously, and stay resilient in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Work with teammates, support one another, and celebrate team achievements.

Skills

Similar role experience

Positive attitude

Flexible hours

Cooking passion

Job description

£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.

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.