Pizza Head Chef: Lead a Dynamic Kitchen + Free Pizza

Franco Manca; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus scheme

Free pizzas & drinks on shift

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Franco Manca Exeter is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen, directing food prep, cooking pizzas, and maintaining the highest standards for every dish. You will mentor staff, optimize stock control, and ensure smooth service with the Restaurant Manager.

The role requires hands-on leadership, passion for Italian cooking, and strong organizational skills to keep operations running efficiently during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a busy restaurant.
• Passion for Italian cooking and high-quality standards.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Hands-on leader, able to train and develop staff.
• Commitment to safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations, prep, stock control, and hygiene.
• Lead and train the team, ensuring consistent quality.
• Cook pizzas and dishes to Franco Manca standards.
• Collaborate with Restaurant Manager to deliver great guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Italian cooking

Organizational skills

Job description

Franco Manca Exeter is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen, directing food prep, cooking pizzas, and maintaining the highest standards for every dish. You will mentor staff, optimize stock control, and ensure smooth service with the Restaurant Manager.

The role requires hands-on leadership, passion for Italian cooking, and strong organizational skills to keep operations running efficiently during peak periods.