Pizza Second Chef: Lead the Kitchen & Master the Dough

Franco Manca Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,640 - 36,940; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pizza

Free drinks

Bread for home

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

GP access

Discounts

Staff events

Job summary

Franco Manca Cambridge is seeking a Kitchen-focused Pizza Second Chef to support the Head Chef and keep the heart of the pizzeria beating strong. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver consistently amazing pizzas and maintain high standards across food prep, hygiene, and safety.

You’ll train and support junior staff, stay calm under pressure, and lead the team when the Head Chef isn’t present, helping us serve delicious meals to our guests across shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen with strong understanding of food prep, hygiene and service.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and lead when Head Chef is away.
• Passion for cooking and delivering high-quality food.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef and keep the kitchen running smoothly.
• Help deliver consistently excellent pizzas, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Take responsibility for kitchen areas, from prep to safety standards.
• Train and support junior team members, sharing skills and enthusiasm.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team player

Food prep

Hygiene

Calm under pressure

Tools

None

Job description

Franco Manca Cambridge is seeking a Kitchen-focused Pizza Second Chef to support the Head Chef and keep the heart of the pizzeria beating strong. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver consistently amazing pizzas and maintain high standards across food prep, hygiene, and safety.

You’ll train and support junior staff, stay calm under pressure, and lead the team when the Head Chef isn’t present, helping us serve delicious meals to our guests across shifts.