Italian Open-Kitchen Chef — Fast-Paced, Career Growth

Zizzi; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

50% off meals off shift

Earned wage access (Stream)

Discounts on travel, cinema and brands

24/7 Virtual GP and EAP

Career development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Zizzi in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Chef to lead in our open kitchen, from dough stretching to al dente pasta. You’ll be a team player who thrives under pressure and helps keep standards high. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where your skill and speed ensure every plate is perfect.

Love for Italian ingredients and a genuine desire to master the Zizzi menu will help you excel. We offer flexible hours, a minimum-hour contract, and development opportunities toward Assistant

Qualifications

• Some kitchen experience in a similar role or fast-paced kitchen.
• A 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

Team player

Thrives under pressure

Love for Italian ingredients

Job description

Zizzi in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Chef to lead in our open kitchen, from dough stretching to al dente pasta. You’ll be a team player who thrives under pressure and helps keep standards high. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where your skill and speed ensure every plate is perfect.

Love for Italian ingredients and a genuine desire to master the Zizzi menu will help you excel. We offer flexible hours, a minimum-hour contract, and development opportunities toward Assistant