Lead Wood-Fired Pizza Chef — Mentorship & Growth

Franco Manca; Exeter; On-site; GBP 1,827,000 - 2,240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% staff discount

Service charge earnings

Free pizzas on shift

Franco Academy progression

Pension scheme

Private wellbeing support

Job summary

Franco Manca in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Pizza Chef to lead the kitchen, craft our renowned sourdough pizzas with care, and mentor the team to deliver exceptional service. You will support the Head Chef and guide the kitchen to sustain high standards across busy service periods.

You’ll handle dough preparation, topping pizzas with the freshest ingredients, and firing them in our wood-fired ovens, keeping calm under pressure while ensuring top hygiene and stock control.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pizza chef or in a professional kitchen environment.
• Be confident in handling fresh dough and working with a wood-fired oven.
• Have strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and support your team.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, keeping calm and focused under pressure.

Responsibilities

• As a Senior Pizza Chef, you’ll be a leader in the kitchen, helping to craft every pizza with care while supporting your team to deliver the best service possible.
• You’ll lead by example, preparing and cooking our famous sourdough pizzas to perfection.
• Support the Head Chef in managing the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene.
• Mentor and train junior members of the team, sharing your knowledge and expertise.
• Be hands-on with dough preparation, topping pizzas with the freshest ingredients, and firing them in our wood ovens.
• Keep a cool head during busy shifts, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Take responsibility for stock management and food prep, ensuring everything is ready for service.

Skills

Leadership

Pizza chef

Team mentoring

Calm under pressure

Tools

Wood-fired oven

Job description

Franco Manca in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Pizza Chef to lead the kitchen, craft our renowned sourdough pizzas with care, and mentor the team to deliver exceptional service. You will support the Head Chef and guide the kitchen to sustain high standards across busy service periods.

You’ll handle dough preparation, topping pizzas with the freshest ingredients, and firing them in our wood-fired ovens, keeping calm under pressure while ensuring top hygiene and stock control.