Chef / Pizza Chef - Southampton

Zizzi Ristorante; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

50% off meals when off shift

Earned wage access with Stream

Discounts on travel, cinema, and top品牌

24/7 Virtual GP & Employee Assistance

Job summary

Zizzi Ristorante in Southampton is seeking an experienced Chef to join our open kitchen team. You will stretch dough, perfect al dente pasta, and ensure every plate meets our high standards in a fast-paced service environment.

Join a team that values energy, quality, and teamwork, with opportunities to progress toward Assistant Head Chef and Head Chef roles. Flexible hours and a minimum-hour contract support your work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy, high-energy open kitchen.
• A focus on consistent quality and speed.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook the menu to specification in a busy, high-energy open kitchen.
• Maintain the quality of every dish from your section.
• Master the menu and specs to keep service fast and consistent.
• Follow all food safety procedures to the highest standard.
• Work with your team to keep the kitchen running smoothly and energy high.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Fast-paced environment

Team player

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.