Head Chef & Kitchen Leader — Sourdough Pizza Mastery

Franco Manca Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 1,983,744 - 2,534,784; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Free pizzas

Bread for home

28 days holiday pro rata

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support (GP, counselling)

Discounts and vouchers

Staff dining 50% off

Referral scheme up to £500

Franco Academy training

Job summary

Franco Manca Cambridge is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen and deliver exceptional Italian-inspired pizzas and dishes. You’ll steer a busy team, maintain high standards, and ensure every plate leaves the kitchen with quality and consistency.

You’ll inspire your crew, train staff, manage prep, stock, hygiene, and safety, and work closely with the Restaurant Manager to create a welcoming guest experience on every shift. Apply today to join our Franco Manca family.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a busy restaurant.
• Passion for Italian cooking with attention to detail.
• Ability to lead by example and maintain a positive kitchen culture.
• Excellent organizational skills to run shifts smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to create high-quality pizzas and dishes.
• Ensure every pizza is cooked to perfection and standards met.
• Inspire and develop the team, helping them grow.
• Manage kitchen operations: prep, stock control, hygiene and safety.
• Hands-on cooking, training, and continuous kitchen improvements.
• Collaborate with the Restaurant Manager to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Head Chef experience

Italian cooking passion

Organizational skills

Team development

Positive leadership

Job description

Franco Manca Cambridge is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen and deliver exceptional Italian-inspired pizzas and dishes. You’ll steer a busy team, maintain high standards, and ensure every plate leaves the kitchen with quality and consistency.

You’ll inspire your crew, train staff, manage prep, stock, hygiene, and safety, and work closely with the Restaurant Manager to create a welcoming guest experience on every shift. Apply today to join our Franco Manca family.