Chef / Pizza Chef - Oxford

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

50% off meals off shift

Earned wages access

Discounts on travel and cinema

24/7 Virtual GP

Employee Assistance Program

Career development potential

Flexible hours

Minimum-hour contract

Job summary

Zizzi Ristorante in Oxford is seeking an experienced Chef for our busy open kitchen, where you stretch dough and perfect al dente pasta. You’ll work under pressure to keep standards high and ensure every plate looks and tastes spectacular.

You’ll grow with us toward Assistant Head Chef and Head Chef roles. We offer flexible hours, minimum-hour contracts, free meals on shift, wage-access, and discounts, plus 24/7 GP and EAP to support you.

Qualifications

• Some kitchen experience in a similar role or fast-paced kitchen.
• Love for Italian ingredients and a genuine desire to master the Zizzi menu.
• Ability to thrive in a high-energy open kitchen and maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu to spec in a busy open kitchen.
• Maintain quality of every dish and ensure fast, consistent service during rushes.
• Follow food safety procedures and keep the kitchen spotless.
• Work closely with the team to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team player

Italian ingredients love

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.