Junior Pizza Chef

Franco Manca; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Franco Manca is seeking a Junior Pizza Chef to join our vibrant team in Cambridge. As a key player, you'll craft our signature sourdough pizzas, ensuring top-notch quality and efficiency. This role offers an opportunity to grow within a passionate kitchen environment filled with excellent perks like free food, personal development, and staff discounts.

Benefits

Free pizzas and soft drinks on every shift

Free Sourdough bread to cook at home

Ongoing personal growth and development with Franco Academy

28 days holiday

AXA Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Annual social events

Staff discount at selected restaurants

Employee referral scheme

Growth opportunities across the UK

Qualifications

• Some experience in a professional kitchen is preferable.
• Eager to learn and develop pizza-making skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook sourdough pizzas to high standards.
• Work efficiently with the team during busy shifts.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Skills

Passion for food

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

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At Franco Manca, pizza is more than food – it’s a craft. Our sourdough is
slow-rising and made fresh every day, our ingredients are seasonal and sourced
from trusted suppliers, and every pizza is cooked to perfection in our
traditional wood-fired ovens. We’re all about keeping it simple, authentic, and
delicious. But what really makes us special is our team – passionate,
hardworking, and always up for a laugh. If you’re ready to roll dough, fire up
the oven, and be part of something amazing, we’d love to have you on board.

What You’ll Do:

• As a Junior Pizza Chef, you’ll be at the heart
  of what we do – creating the pizzas that keep our guests coming back for more.
• You'll prepare and cook our legendary sourdough pizzas
  to perfection, maintaining high standards every time.
• Work closely with your team to deliver a fast,
  efficient service, even during the busiest shifts.
• Handle fresh dough, stretch bases, and top
  pizzas with the finest ingredients.
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and running
  smoothly – from prep to service.
• Bring energy and passion to the kitchen,
  contributing to the Franco Manca vibe.

What You’ll Bring to the Role:

• We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about
  food, ready to learn, and eager to be part of a great team.
• You’ll have some experience in a professional
  kitchen (though if you’re new to pizza, we’ll teach you everything you need to
  know!).
• Be a team player who thrives in a fast-paced
  environment.
• Pay attention to detail, ensuring every pizza
  meets our high standards.
• Love food, people, and working in a buzzing
  kitchen.
• Bring a positive attitude, a willingness to
  learn, and a hunger to grow your skills.

What you’ll get:

• Free yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shift
• Free Sourdough bread to cook at home
• Ongoing personal growth and development with our
  Franco Academy
• 28 days holiday
• AXA Employee Assistance Programme with Health
  App
• A pension scheme to set you up for the future
• Annual social events
• Staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca,
  The Real Greek or Super Club Roma restaurants
• Employee referral scheme – earn from the great
  people you know
• Opportunities all over the UK to grow your
  career

If you have the skills & passion to become a Franco
Manca Junior Pizza Chef, then click apply and jump on board with the pioneers
of Sourdough Pizza!