Lead Chef: Drive a Dynamic, Proud Kitchen Team

Prezzo Italian; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Discounted meals

Wage draw per shift

Your birthday off

Life assurance

Wellbeing support

Discounts (retail, leisure, lifestyle)

Health Cash Plan

Job summary

Prezzo Italian is seeking a high-energy Head Chef to lead the kitchen with purpose, at our Peterborough site. You’ll head a busy team, deliver Italian favourites like pasta and pizza, and ensure consistency and pride in every plate.

You’ll manage stock, waste and costs, shape the kitchen culture, and partner with the General Manager to create a thriving dining room. The role offers 48 hours across 5 days, with strong pay, tronc and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Head Chef or senior sous-chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Experience managing stock, waste, labour and costs.
• Strong food safety standards and HACCP knowledge.
• Excellent leadership and coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead frontline kitchen operations for a fast-paced Italian menu.
• Manage stock, waste and food costs to maintain profitability.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing kitchen team.
• Ensure consistent standards and compliance with HACCP.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Commercial know-how

People management

Food safety HACCP

Job description

Prezzo Italian is seeking a high-energy Head Chef to lead the kitchen with purpose, at our Peterborough site. You’ll head a busy team, deliver Italian favourites like pasta and pizza, and ensure consistency and pride in every plate.

You’ll manage stock, waste and costs, shape the kitchen culture, and partner with the General Manager to create a thriving dining room. The role offers 48 hours across 5 days, with strong pay, tronc and excellent benefits.