Chef / Pizza Chef - Beckenham

Zizzi Ristorante; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Half-price meals off-shift

Earned wage access

Discounts on travel, cinema, and top品牌

24/7 Virtual GP

Career development

Flexible hours

Minimum-hour contract

Job summary

Zizzi Ristorante in Greater London is seeking an experienced Chef for our fast-paced open kitchen. You’ll stretch dough, perfect al dente pasta, and ensure every plate leaves the line with Italian flair and consistent quality.

You’ll thrive under pressure, work closely with the team to keep service lively, maintain high standards, and help guests enjoy an authentic Zizzi dining experience every shift.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen and open kitchen environment.
• Love for Italian ingredients and mastery of pasta and pizzas.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu to spec in a busy open kitchen.
• Take pride in dish quality leaving your section.
• Master the menu to ensure fast, consistent service.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen and follow food safety procedures.
• Work with the team to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Ability to work under pressure

Team player

Italian ingredients knowledge

Education

Relevant culinary education or apprenticeship

Job description

As an experienced Chef, you are the heart of our open kitchen. From stretching dough to perfecting al dente pasta, you make the magic happen. We're looking for a team player who thrives under pressure and keeps standards high. This isn't just Back of House - it's a high-energy, hands-on role where your skill and speed ensure every plate is perfect.

What you'll do:

• Prepare and cook our menu to spec in a busy, high-energy open kitchen where our guests can see the magic happen.
• Take absolute pride in the quality of every dish that leaves your section, ensuring it turns heads every time.
• Master our menu and specs inside and out so service remains fast and consistent during busy rushes.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen and follow all food safety procedures to the highest standard.
• Work closely with the rest of your team to keep the kitchen running smoothly and the energy high.

What's in it for you:

• Free meals when you're on shift, and 50% off when you aren't.
• Access your earned wages whenever you need them with Stream.
• Discounts on travel, cinema, and top brands.
• 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Program.
• Career development opportunities. We'll help you grow to Assistant Head Chef, then even to Head Chef.
• Flexible hours and the guaranteed stability of a minimum-hour contract.
• Some kitchen experience in a similar role or fast-paced kitchen.
• A love for Italian ingredients and a genuine desire to master the Zizzi menu.
• Positive energy for a busy, high-energy environment.
• Reliable and available for evenings, weekends, and busy holiday periods.