Italian Open-Kitchen Chef | Fast-Paced and Path to Head Chef

Zizzi; Shirrell Heath; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

50% off when you’re off shift

Earned wage access via Stream

Discounts on travel, cinema and top-br

24/7 Virtual GP

Employee Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Flexible hours

Minimum-hour contract

Job summary

Zizzi in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Chef to lead an open kitchen, crafting Italian dishes with pride and speed. You’ll stretch dough, perfect al dente pasta, and ensure every plate meets our high standards in a busy, visible kitchen.

The role demands energy, reliability, and flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holiday periods, with opportunities for career progression within the restaurant group.

Qualifications

• Some kitchen experience in a similar role or fast-paced kitchen.
• Love for Italian ingredients and a genuine desire to master the Zizzi menu.
• Positive energy for a busy, high-energy environment.
• Reliable and available for evenings, weekends, and busy holiday periods.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Italian ingredients knowledge

Team player

Reliable and flexible

Job description

Zizzi in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Chef to lead an open kitchen, crafting Italian dishes with pride and speed. You’ll stretch dough, perfect al dente pasta, and ensure every plate meets our high standards in a busy, visible kitchen.

The role demands energy, reliability, and flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holiday periods, with opportunities for career progression within the restaurant group.