Entry Level Chef - UK

Zizzi Restaurants; Cambridge; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a leading restaurant as an Entry Level Chef. You will be part of the Back of House team, preparing delicious dishes and ensuring a great dining experience. No prior experience is needed, as you can learn on the job. Enjoy fantastic perks including discounts, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

50% discount at Zizzi & ASK Italian

Free and discounted menu on shift

Reward system through customer tips

Instant access to earned wages via Wagestream

Discounts on cinema tickets and travel

Free Employee Assistance Programme

28 days holiday (pro-rata)

Opportunities for career development

Company pension contributions

Zizzi branded T-shirts and aprons

Qualifications

• No prior skills required; learn on the job.
• Entry level position in a restaurant setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare salads, desserts, pasta, or pizza.
• Maintain cleanliness in the restaurant and kitchen.

Skills

Passion for food

Teamwork

Job description

Join to apply for the Entry Level Chef - UK role at Zizzi Restaurants

Calling all Pizza lovers!!.......(Pasta lovers are welcome too)

Entry Level Chef £12.21 per hour plus tronc and benefits

As part of the Back of House team, you could be making salads, desserts, pasta, or pizza in the open kitchen, prepping and organizing to ensure a great shift. No prior skills required — you can learn with us.

What You'll Get

• 50% discount at Zizzi & ASK Italian (drinks included) for you and your friends
• Free and heavily discounted menu on shift to keep you nourished
• Reward system through generous customer tips (tronc)
• Instant access to earned wages via Wagestream
• Discounts on cinema tickets, travel, and big brands for your leisure
• Access to rotas and payslips through our online Zizzi community
• Free Employee Assistance Programme with GPs and wellbeing support
• 28 days holiday (pro-rata)
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Company pension contributions
• Zizzi branded T-shirts and aprons provided

What Will You Be Doing?

• Be passionate about our food, knowing the menu and sharing your enthusiasm with the team
• Work with the restaurant team to deliver great experiences, ensuring food presentation and quality
• Maintain a clean and presentable restaurant and kitchen, adhering to policies and standards

Zizzi Values

Our core values guide us:

• Growth: Strive to improve constantly, both personally and as a team
• Individuality: Celebrate what makes us unique and encourage authenticity
• Drive: Take initiative and motivate others to excel
• Togetherness: Support each other and embrace teamwork
• Fun: Enjoy the daily moments and maintain a positive environment

We are Zizzi — a family that values everyone’s contribution.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Restaurants