Demi Chef - Cold Section, Italian Kitchen Team

Big Mamma; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily staff meals

15% employee discount

£500 referral bonus

Mental health & wellbeing support

Earned Wage Access

Regular training & career growth

International mobility

Job summary

Big Mamma Group in Manchester seeks a passionate Demi Chef - Cold Section to join our kitchen. You will prepare and plate cold dishes, follow our recipes and support the Chef de Partie.

This role involves training junior staff, maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards, and thriving in a fast-paced environment. We offer a permanent full-time contract, staff meals, 15% discount across UK & Ireland, a £500 referral bonus, wellness support and earned wage access, with opportunities to move

Qualifications

• Passion for Italian food and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Experience as a Demi Chef in a busy cold section is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and plating standards.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills; leadership where needed.
• High energy, reliability and proactive work approach.
• Flexible availability including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate cold section dishes including antipasti and salads.
• Follow Big Mamma recipes and kitchen standards.
• Work closely with the Chef de Partie, supporting daily prep and service.
• Help train and support Commis and Prep Chefs.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation and health & safety standards.
• Support the kitchen during busy services with a positive, proactive attitude.

Skills

Passion for Italian food

Demi Chef experience (cold section)

Italian cuisine knowledge

Teamwork and communication

Proactive attitude

Flexibility (evenings/weekends)

Job description

Big Mamma Group in Manchester seeks a passionate Demi Chef - Cold Section to join our kitchen. You will prepare and plate cold dishes, follow our recipes and support the Chef de Partie.

This role involves training junior staff, maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards, and thriving in a fast-paced environment. We offer a permanent full-time contract, staff meals, 15% discount across UK & Ireland, a £500 referral bonus, wellness support and earned wage access, with opportunities to move