Pizza Second Chef

Retail Human Resources plc; Liverpool; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Pizza Second Chef, where you'll support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality dishes and maintain hygiene standards. Enjoy a dynamic kitchen environment with opportunities for personal growth and a passion for authentic pizza-making.

Benefits

Free pizzas and soft drinks on every shift

Free Sourdough bread to cook at home

Personal growth opportunities via Franco Academy

28 days holiday

AXA Employee Assistance Programme with Health App

Pension scheme

Annual social events

Staff discounts at Franco Manca, The Real Greek, and Super Club Roma

Employee referral scheme

Opportunities to grow across the UK

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen, understanding of food prep and hygiene.
• Drive to learn and advance your kitchen career.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and maintain the pizzeria.
• Take responsibility for food prep, quality control, and hygiene standards.
• Lead the team when the Head Chef isn’t present.

Skills

Team player

Passion for cooking

Kitchen experience

Organized

Job description

Hourly Rate: £13.30 + Top Up Bonus (Guaranteed min £14.80 per hour) + Service Charge

About Us:

At Franco Manca, we’re passionate about making pizza the way it should be – simple, authentic, and absolutely delicious. Our famous slow-rising sourdough, fresh seasonal ingredients, and traditional cooking methods are at the heart of what we do. We value our people and strive to create a welcoming environment. If you love food, thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, and want to grow your career with a caring brand, we’d love to have you join the Franco family.

What You’ll Do:

1. Support the Head Chef and maintain the heart of our pizzeria.
2. Work closely with the Head Chef to deliver high-quality food, ensuring every pizza is a masterpiece.
3. Take responsibility for food prep, quality control, and hygiene standards.
4. Support and train junior team members, sharing your skills and passion.
5. Lead the team and stay calm under pressure when the Head Chef isn’t present.
6. Be hands-on, from stretching dough to creating pizzas that delight guests.

What You’ll Bring to the Role:

1. Kitchen experience, passion for food, and a positive team attitude.
2. Experience in a busy kitchen, understanding of food prep, hygiene, and service.
3. Passion for cooking and delivering high-quality dishes.
4. Team player supporting and motivating others.
5. Organized and focused, even during busy shifts.
6. Drive to learn and advance your kitchen career.

What You’ll Get:

• Free pizzas and soft drinks on every shift.
• Free Sourdough bread to cook at home.
• Personal growth opportunities via Franco Academy.
• 28 days holiday.
• AXA Employee Assistance Programme with Health App.
• Pension scheme.
• Annual social events.
• Staff discounts at Franco Manca, The Real Greek, and Super Club Roma.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Opportunities to grow across the UK.

If you’re passionate and skilled to be a Franco Manca Pizza Second Chef, click apply and join the pioneers of Sourdough Pizza!