Italian Kitchen Pro — Open Kitchen, Path to Head Chef

Zizzi; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

50% off when you're off duty

Earned wage access via Stream

Discounts on travel, cinema and top-br

24/7 Virtual GP and EAP

Career development to Assistant Head/​

Head Chef

Job summary

Zizzi in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Chef to lead in our open kitchen, from dough to al dente pasta. You’ll be the heartbeat of the team, thriving under pressure and delivering dishes to our exacting standards.

You should love Italian ingredients, be fast on your feet, and eager to progress from Chef de Partie to Head Chef. Evening and weekend shifts apply, with flexible hours and the security of a minimum-hour contract.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience in a similar role or fast-paced kitchen.
• Love for Italian ingredients and a desire to master the Zizzi menu.
• Positive energy for a busy, high-energy environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook our menu to spec in a busy, high-energy open kitchen where 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 so 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.

Job description

Zizzi in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Chef to lead in our open kitchen, from dough to al dente pasta. You’ll be the heartbeat of the team, thriving under pressure and delivering dishes to our exacting standards.

You should love Italian ingredients, be fast on your feet, and eager to progress from Chef de Partie to Head Chef. Evening and weekend shifts apply, with flexible hours and the security of a minimum-hour contract.