Pizza Kitchen Lead — Fast-Paced QSR & Events

Silverstone Circuits Limited; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent motorsport venue in the UK is seeking a Pizza Restaurant Sous Chef to manage day-to-day cooking and service. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background, leadership skills, and experience in quick service restaurant operations. You will collaborate closely with the chef team to ensure high standards and compliance with health and safety regulations. This role offers an exciting opportunity in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and progress in career.
• Current food hygiene certificate required.
• Well-groomed appearance with clean chefs whites.
• Able to communicate effectively with staff and customers.
• Flexible to working hours in a busy environment.
• Full clean UK driving licence necessary.
• General IT skills required.
• Demonstrate good leadership and culinary skills.
• Ability to manage kitchen under financial guidelines.
• Relevant experience in QSR / Pizza restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Discuss daily schedule with senior chef team.
• Complete HACCP paperwork with staff.
• Attend weekly meetings.
• Ensure effective cost control in kitchens.
• Manage cooking and service to high standards.
• Research and develop new dishes as required.
• Ensure proper stock rotation and assist in stock taking.
• Liaise with logistics for food delivery.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with food safety laws.
• Communicate menu items and allergens to staff and customers.

Skills

Self-motivated

Food hygiene certificate

Effective communication

Flexible working hours

Full clean UK driving licence

General IT skills

Leadership skills

Culinary skills

Cost awareness

QSR / Pizza restaurant experience

Job description

A prominent motorsport venue in the UK is seeking a Pizza Restaurant Sous Chef to manage day-to-day cooking and service. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background, leadership skills, and experience in quick service restaurant operations. You will collaborate closely with the chef team to ensure high standards and compliance with health and safety regulations. This role offers an exciting opportunity in a fast-paced environment.