Open-Kitchen Italian Chef — Fast-Paced with Growth

Zizzi; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Wage access via Stream

Discounts on travel and cinema

24/7 Virtual GP

Employee assistance program

Career development

Flexible hours

Minimum-hour contract

Job summary

Zizzi in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Chef to be the heart of our open kitchen. From dough stretching to al dente pasta, you’ll help deliver brilliant dishes with speed and pride.

You’ll thrive under pressure, keep standards high, and work closely with your team to ensure every plate is perfect during busy shifts. We offer flexible hours, career development toward Assistant Head Chef and Head Chef, plus great staff perks.

Qualifications

• Some kitchen experience in a similar role or fast-paced kitchen.
• 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.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Italian ingredients knowledge

Job description

Zizzi in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Chef to be the heart of our open kitchen. From dough stretching to al dente pasta, you’ll help deliver brilliant dishes with speed and pride.

You’ll thrive under pressure, keep standards high, and work closely with your team to ensure every plate is perfect during busy shifts. We offer flexible hours, career development toward Assistant Head Chef and Head Chef, plus great staff perks.