Pizza Head Chef

The Fulham Shore; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An Italian restaurant group is seeking a Head Chef in Cardiff. You will manage kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality dishes and inspiring your team. Ideal candidates will have significant kitchen leadership experience and a passion for Italian cooking. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and numerous employee benefits including discounts and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

Extra bonuses based on internal audits

Free pizzas and soft drinks during shifts

Free sourdough bread to cook at home

Ongoing personal development

28 days holiday

Health assistance programme

Pension scheme

Annual social events

Staff discounts

Employee referral scheme

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a busy restaurant.
• Genuine love for great food and Italian cooking.
• Commitment to quality and creating a supportive kitchen atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Manage kitchen operations including food prep and hygiene.
• Train and develop team members to enhance skills.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Italian cooking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team inspiration

Job description

Hourly Rate

£13.30 + Top Up Bonus (Guaranteed min £16.80 per hour) + Service Charge

About Us

At Franco Manca, we’re not just making sourdough pizza – we’re creating a movement. Our passion for simple, authentic, and delicious food is at the heart of everything we do. From our hand-stretched sourdough bases to the finest seasonal ingredients, every pizza tells a story of quality, care, and tradition. With nearly twenty years of pizza‑making under our belt, we’ve built a loyal following of pizza lovers across the UK. But we’re more than just pizza – we’re about people, community, and creating a welcoming space where everyone feels at home.

What You’ll Do

• As Head Chef, you’ll be the master of the kitchen – leading your team to create incredible food while keeping everything running smoothly.
• You’ll take charge of the kitchen, ensuring every pizza is cooked to perfection and every dish meets our high standards.
• Inspire and develop your team, helping them grow their skills and passion for food.
• Manage kitchen operations, from food prep and stock control to hygiene and health & safety.
• Be hands‑on – whether you’re crafting pizzas, training your team, or finding ways to make the kitchen even better.
• Work closely with the Restaurant Manager to ensure smooth service and an exceptional experience for every guest.

What You’ll Bring

• We’re looking for a Head Chef who knows their way around a kitchen and has a genuine love for great food.
• You’ll have experience leading a kitchen team in a busy restaurant environment.
• Be passionate about Italian cooking, with a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to quality.
• Lead by example, creating a positive, supportive atmosphere in the kitchen.
• Have excellent organizational skills, keeping everything running like clockwork even during the busiest shifts.
• Be motivated to grow and develop, both personally and as part of the Franco Manca family.

What You’ll Get

• Extra bonus based on internal audits
• Free yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shift
• Free Sourdough bread to cook at home
• Ongoing personal growth and development with our Franco Academy
• 28 days holiday
• AXA Employee Assistance Programme with Health App
• A pension scheme to set you up for the future
• Annual social events
• Staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca, The Real Greek or Super Club Roma restaurants
• Employee referral scheme – earn from the great people you know
• Opportunities all over the UK to grow your career

Apply

If you have the skills & passion to become a Franco Manca Pizza Head Chef, then click apply and jump on board with the pioneers of Sourdough Pizza!