Senior Pizza Chef — Lead, Sourdough & Wood-Fired Excellence

The Fulham Shore PLC; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pizzas & drinks on shift

Free sourdough bread to take home

Pension scheme

24/7 virtual GP and wellbeing support

Discounts and vouchers"

Gym and cinema discounts

Annual social events and staff dining

50% staff discount at Franco Manca

Employee referral bonus up to £500

Franco Academy training

Job summary

Franco Manca in Manchester is seeking a Senior Pizza Chef to lead the kitchen, craft our renowned sourdough pizzas, and support your team to provide top-tier service. You’ll supervise pizza preparation, mentor junior chefs, manage dough, toppings, and wood-fired oven operations, while maintaining high standards of quality and hygiene.

The role suits passionate, hands-on leaders who thrive under pressure. Join a fast-paced, lively team with excellent training, staff discounts, and opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pizza chef or in a professional kitchen.
• Experience with fresh dough and wood-fired ovens.
• Strong leadership and ability to mentor others.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments; stays calm under pressure.
• Passion for delivering high-quality pizza.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations as Senior Pizza Chef, guiding the team to deliver top service.
• Prepare and cook sourdough pizzas to perfection.
• Assist Head Chef in managing kitchen standards of quality, hygiene and consistency.
• Mentor and train junior kitchen staff.
• Oversee dough preparation, toppings, and wood oven firing.
• Maintain composure during busy shifts and ensure smooth kitchen flow.

Skills

Pizza chef experience

Leadership

Wood-fired oven

Team mentoring

Calm under pressure

Job description

Franco Manca in Manchester is seeking a Senior Pizza Chef to lead the kitchen, craft our renowned sourdough pizzas, and support your team to provide top-tier service. You’ll supervise pizza preparation, mentor junior chefs, manage dough, toppings, and wood-fired oven operations, while maintaining high standards of quality and hygiene.

The role suits passionate, hands-on leaders who thrive under pressure. Join a fast-paced, lively team with excellent training, staff discounts, and opportunities