Junior Sous Chef

Nell's Pizza; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Nell's Pizza in Manchester is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our on-site kitchen team and support the leadership in delivering great pizzas and desserts to guests.

You will prepare dough, sauces, toppings and desserts to spec, coordinate service during peak times, and help train the kitchen crew while maintaining food safety and efficient stock rotation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment, ideally in pizza, bakery, or casual dining.
• Strong practical skills in food preparation, cooking, and plating, with attention to detail and consistency.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and proper kitchen sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently during high-volume service, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively.
• Collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to support and guide team members.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to menu development, recipe improvement, and kitchen processes.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in a hospitality environment.
• Formal culinary training or relevant qualifications are beneficial but not strictly required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dough, sauces, toppings and desserts to recipes and standards.
• Coordinate service during busy periods to ensure smooth guest experience.
• Maintain consistent portioning and presentation across dishes.
• Assist in training and guiding kitchen team members.
• Uphold food safety and hygiene practices and manage stock rotation.
• Support menu development and contribute ideas to improve efficiency and quality.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

High-volume service

Team training

Communication

Education

Culinary training beneficial

Job description

Company Description Nell's Pizza is a vibrant hospitality business serving New York–style pizza and ice cream sandwiches alongside craft beer, wine, and cocktails in bars across central and south Manchester. The team focuses on delivering high-quality, well-baked pizzas with distinctive sauces and bold flavors. Nell’s is known for its relaxed, welcoming atmosphere and a commitment to great food made with care. Team members benefit from working in a fast-paced, supportive environment with a strong focus on consistency and guest satisfaction.

Role Description The Junior Sous Chef is a full-time, on-site role based in Manchester, supporting the kitchen leadership team in delivering high-quality pizzas and desserts to guests. This role involves preparing dough, sauces, toppings, and desserts according to recipes and standards, coordinating service during busy periods, and ensuring consistent portioning and presentation. The Junior Sous Chef assists in training and guiding kitchen team members, maintaining food safety and hygiene, and managing stock rotation and kitchen organization. The role also supports menu development, contributes ideas to improve efficiency and quality, and works closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to maintain a positive, inclusive kitchen culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment, ideally in pizza, bakery, or casual dining.
• Strong practical skills in food preparation, cooking, and plating, with attention to detail and consistency.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and proper kitchen sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently during high-volume service, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively.
• Collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to support and guide team members.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to menu development, recipe improvement, and kitchen processes.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in a hospitality environment.
• Formal culinary training or relevant qualifications are beneficial but not strictly required.