Open-Kitchen Italian Chef — Fast-Paced, Career Growth

Zizzi Restaurants

Winchester

On-site

GBP 27,000 - 34,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Earned wage access

Discounts

Virtual GP

Career development

Flexible hours

Minimum-hour contract

Job summary

Zizzi Restaurants is seeking an experienced Chef to join our high-energy open kitchen. You’ll be at the heart of the action, from dough stretching to al dente pasta, ensuring every plate meets our standards of quality and speed.

We value teamwork and a positive, energetic attitude, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holiday periods. Enjoy benefits like meals on shift, wage access, discounts, and career growth toward Head Chef.

Qualifications

Some kitchen experience in a similar role or fast-paced kitchen.
A love for Italian ingredients and a genuine desire to master the Zizzi menu.
Positive energy for a busy, high-energy environment.
Reliable and available for evenings, weekends, and busy holiday periods.

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.