Open-Kitchen Pizza Chef — Flexible Hours & Growth Path

Zizzi Restaurants; Colchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Earned wage access (Stream)

Discounts on travel, cinema, top brand

Virtual GP and EAP

Career development opportunities

Flexible hours

Job summary

Zizzi Restaurants is looking for an experienced Chef to join our high-energy open kitchen. You’ll be at the heart of service, from dough stretching to al dente pasta, ensuring every plate meets our standards in a fast-paced setting.

We value teamwork, adaptability, and a love for Italian ingredients. This role offers flexible hours and a minimum-hour contract, with opportunities for career progression within a lively, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen, maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for Italian ingredients and menu mastery.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to spec in a busy open kitchen.
• Ensure every dish leaving your section is of high quality and visually appealing.
• Know the menu inside out to keep service fast and consistent during busy periods.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen and follow all food safety procedures.
• Collaborate with the team to keep the kitchen running smoothly and energetic.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team player

Italian cuisine

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Zizzi Restaurants is looking for an experienced Chef to join our high-energy open kitchen. You’ll be at the heart of service, from dough stretching to al dente pasta, ensuring every plate meets our standards in a fast-paced setting.

We value teamwork, adaptability, and a love for Italian ingredients. This role offers flexible hours and a minimum-hour contract, with opportunities for career progression within a lively, supportive environment.