Head Chef UK

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Manchester. This exciting role involves taking full responsibility for the kitchen, ensuring exceptional food quality, and fostering a positive team environment. You'll collaborate closely with the General Manager to drive profitability while maintaining the highest health and safety standards. With generous perks including a company bonus scheme and discounts, this is a fantastic opportunity for culinary professionals looking to grow and thrive in a vibrant atmosphere. Join a family-oriented team that values individuality and fun in the workplace!

Benefits

Company bonus scheme

50% discount at Zizzi & ASK Italian

Free and heavily discounted menu on shift

Generous tips via tronc system

Instant access to earned wages with Wagestream

Discounts on cinema tickets and travel

Free Employee Assistance Programme

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Opportunities for career development

Company pension contributions

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional food and service.
• Recruit and develop kitchen staff while maintaining high standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Culinary Skills

Health & Safety Standards

Customer Service

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

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

Head Chef Competitive rates of pay plus Generous Bonus Scheme and Tronc

Zizzi Head Chefs have a central role to play, working closely with the General Manager to ensure the restaurant's success. You will promote our culture and values within the team, demonstrating enthusiasm, teamwork, and a proactive attitude to ensure customers have a great experience every time. A passion for food and service, high standards, leading by example, and being a great role model are essential.

What you'll get:

• Company bonus scheme
• 50% discount at Zizzi & ASK Italian for you and your friends (including drinks)
• Free and heavily discounted menu on shift
• Generous tips via our tronc system
• Instant access to earned wages with Wagestream
• Discounts on cinema tickets, travel websites, and big brands
• 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? Here's a taster:

• Taking ultimate responsibility for the kitchen, leading the team to deliver exceptional food, ensuring profitability, and maintaining Health & Safety standards.
• Recruiting, onboarding, developing, inspiring, and retaining the best kitchen talent alongside the General Manager.
• Being passionate about our menu, knowing it inside out, and training your team accordingly.
• Collaborating with the restaurant team to deliver memorable experiences for customers, ensuring high standards of food presentation and quality, controlling food costs.
• Training your team on policies, processes, and guidelines, ensuring the restaurant and kitchen meet all standards.

And you do all that through our Zizzi Values - it's what matters to us:

Growth: Strive to improve daily, contributing to personal, team, and business growth.

Individuality: Celebrate differences and encourage everyone to be their best selves.

Drive: Make things happen, adapt to challenges, avoid shortcuts, and motivate for more.

Togetherness: Be part of a team, support each other, and embrace challenges and successes together.

Fun: Enjoy the daily work, balancing seriousness with enjoyment.

We are Zizzi. We see ourselves as a family, always together, including our customers.