Chef / Pizza Chef - Stockport

Zizzi Ristorante; Stockport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

50% off when not on shift

Earned wage access via Stream

Discounts on travel, cinema, and top品牌

24/7 Virtual GP and EAP

Career development opportunities

Flexible hours

Minimum-hour contract

Italian ingredients passion

Energetic team environment

Job summary

Zizzi Ristorante in Stockport is seeking an experienced Chef to be the heart of our open kitchen, from dough to al dente pasta, delivering plates that wow guests. You will thrive under pressure, keep standards high and work as part of a fast-paced team.

You’ll master our menu, maintain a spotless kitchen and follow food safety standards, with flexible hours and a pathway from Assistant Head Chef to Head Chef as you grow with us.

Qualifications

• Some kitchen experience in a similar role or fast-paced kitchen.
• Love for Italian ingredients and mastering the Zizzi menu.
• Positive energy for a busy, high-energy environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook our menu to spec in a busy, high-energy open kitchen.
• Take pride in the quality of every dish that leaves your section.
• Master our menu and specs to ensure fast, consistent service.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen and follow all food safety procedures.
• Work closely with the team to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

Skills

Team player

Works under pressure

Fast-paced kitchen

Quality conscious

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.