Pizza Second Chef: Lead the Kitchen & Master the Dough

Franco Manca Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pizzas on shift

Pension scheme

28 days holiday pro rata

GP access and wellbeing support

Restaurant discounts

Job summary

Franco Manca in Edinburgh is hiring a Pizza Second Chef to join our fast-paced kitchen. You will support the Head Chef and help ensure every pizza is prepared to our standards while maintaining a clean, safe working environment.

We are looking for kitchen experience, a passion for great food, and a team-first attitude. You’ll earn £13.76–£17.76 per hour with OT, plus free pizzas on shift, 28 days holiday pro rata, a pension, and wellbeing and discounts across the Franco Manca network.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef and lead kitchen when required.
• Deliver consistently high-quality pizzas and dishes.
• Handle food prep, cooking, and plating to standard.
• Maintain hygiene and safety across the kitchen.
• Train and support junior team members.
• Stay calm under pressure and guide the team when Head Chef is absent.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Job description

Franco Manca in Edinburgh is hiring a Pizza Second Chef to join our fast-paced kitchen. You will support the Head Chef and help ensure every pizza is prepared to our standards while maintaining a clean, safe working environment.

We are looking for kitchen experience, a passion for great food, and a team-first attitude. You’ll earn £13.76–£17.76 per hour with OT, plus free pizzas on shift, 28 days holiday pro rata, a pension, and wellbeing and discounts across the Franco Manca network.