Entry Level Chef

Zizzi Ristorante; Hereford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part 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

Employee Assistance Program

Career development to Chef

Flexible hours

Job summary

Zizzi Ristorante in Hereford is seeking a Trainee Chef to learn how to stretch dough and create perfect al dente pasta in our open kitchen. You don't need any previous chef experience - we'll teach you the skills to build a kitchen career.

Work with a friendly team in a busy environment, mastering the menu and specs, maintaining a spotless kitchen, and adhering to food safety standards. This entry-level role offers flexible hours and opportunities to grow toward head chef positions.

Qualifications

• No previous chef experience required; we will teach you.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Love for Italian ingredients and the Zizzi menu.
• Flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu to spec in a busy open kitchen.
• Maintain high-quality dishes and ensure consistency during rushes.
• Master the menu and specs to keep service fast and accurate.
• Keep the kitchen clean and follow food safety procedures.
• Collaborate with the team to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

Skills

Team player

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Love for food

Strong work ethic

Reliable evenings/weekends

Job description

As a Trainee Chef, you'll get to learn how to stretch dough and make perfect al dente pasta in our open kitchen. You don't need any previous chef experience - we'll teach you the skills to build a kitchen career. We're looking for a team player ready to learn, with a great attitude, and a love for food. 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 to ensure 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.
  This is an entry-level chef role, so you don't need any kitchen experience. Just a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.
• A love for Italian ingredients and a genuine desire to master the Zizzi menu.
• A reliable team player who stays calm when things get busy
• Positive energy for a busy, high-energy environment.
• Reliable and available for evenings, weekends, and busy holiday periods.
  Flexible hours and the guaranteed stability of a minimum-hour contract.
• 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 Chef, then even to Head Chef.