Pizzaiolo - Pizza Chef | Wilmslow NEW OPENING

Mission Mars; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Guestlist access

Free meals after shift

Training programs

Birthday gifts

Job summary

Rudy's, part of Mission Mars, is seeking a Pizzaiolo in the UK to craft authentic Neapolitan pizzas and lead the oven during busy shifts. The role emphasizes high standards, teamwork, and a pride in quality. You will join a growing brand known for its training and development within a dynamic kitchen environment.

Rudy's offers a competitive hourly rate (£14.50) with tips and a bi-weekly bonus, plus opportunities to travel for pizza experiences and professional growth within Mission Mars.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• A passion for Neapolitan Pizza and a genuine commitment to quality and consistency.
• The ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure - and enjoy doing it.
• Experience as a Pizza Chef - Neapolitan is preferred but not essential.
• A team player who communicates well and stays calm on a busy service.

Responsibilities

• Stretching and shaping pizzas to Rudy's Neapolitan standards.
• Operate the oven with confidence, precision, and real pride.
• Maintain station prep and deliver consistent quality throughout the shift.
• Follow Rudy's recipes, techniques, and meeting standards.
• Uphold food hygiene and health & safety standards at all times.
• Support the wider kitchen team and contribute to a great shift atmosphere.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team player

Under pressure

Job description

Pizzaiolo

Position: Pizzaiolo - PIZZA CHEF EXPERIENCE NEEDED*

Salary: £14.50 | Tips & Tronc | Bi-Weekly Bonus

Contract: Full Time

As a Pizzaiolo at Rudy's, you're the heart of everything we do. You'll be working the oven, crafting authentic Neapolitan pizzas center stage in the pizzeria.

Let us Introduce ourselves

Born in Manchester in 2015, Rudy's was built on one idea: passion beats everything. Fresh dough made daily, the finest Italian ingredients, and pizzas cooked in just 60 seconds flat. We're now 39 sites across the UK and still growing and the energy that started us hasn't gone anywhere.

Your day-to-day

• Stretching & creating pizzas to Rudy's Neapolitan standards
• Working the oven with confidence, precision, and real pride
• Maintaining station prep and delivering consistent quality throughout the shift
• Following Rudy's recipes, techniques, and meeting standards
• Upholding food hygiene and health & safety standards at all times
• Supporting the wider kitchen team and contributing to a great shift atmosphere

What Rudy's needs

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment
• A passion for Neapolitan Pizza and a genuine commitment to quality and consistency
• The ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure - and enjoy doing it
• Experience as a Pizza Chef - Neapolitan is preferred but not essential
• A team player who communicates well and stays calm on a busy service

The Good stuff

• Worldwide pizza trips - Naples, New York, and wherever comes next
• 50% discount across all Mission Mars venues - for you, friends & family
• Free guestlist entry to Albert Hall, Manchester
• Complimentary food & drink after every shift
• Real progression opportunities in a growing business
• Industry-leading training & development programmes
• Festa di Natale & Barbecue Estivo invitations every year
• Birthday card & gift — we celebrate our people properly
• Work for a 'World Class' business, as voted by Best Companies 2024

Why Rudy's you ask? We asked some of the team for you

Great place and people to work with, I've made so many new friends

I really enjoy Rudy's – the atmosphere, my colleagues and the customers are incredibly friendly

I love Mission Mars and Rudy's – how you train and encourage development. I feel at home here and love my job

Rudy's has been such a breath of fresh air for me.

At Mission Mars, we're committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of your application or interview, please let us know at [e-mail]