Open-Kitchen Chef: Italian Classics, Career Growth

Zizzi Restaurants; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Meal discounts

Earned wage access

Travel discounts

Virtual GP

Career development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Zizzi Restaurants in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Chef to be the heart of our open kitchen. From stretching dough to perfecting al dente pasta, you will ensure every plate is perfect while working in a high-energy team. This role focuses on speed, standards, and pride in every dish.

You'll thrive under pressure, love Italian ingredients, and enjoy developing skills to grow toward senior kitchen roles. Flexible hours and a minimum-hour contract support your work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Some kitchen experience in a similar role or fast-paced kitchen.
• Love for Italian ingredients.
• Genuine desire to master the Zizzi menu.

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

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Zizzi Restaurants in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Chef to be the heart of our open kitchen. From stretching dough to perfecting al dente pasta, you will ensure every plate is perfect while working in a high-energy team. This role focuses on speed, standards, and pride in every dish.

You'll thrive under pressure, love Italian ingredients, and enjoy developing skills to grow toward senior kitchen roles. Flexible hours and a minimum-hour contract support your work‑life balance.