Senior Pizza Head Chef

Franco Manca; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Senior Pizza Head Chef to manage their busy kitchen, ensuring high quality in food preparation and team leadership. You will have opportunities for personal growth with benefits like free meals and bonuses, as you play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Benefits

Free yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shift

Free Sourdough bread to cook at home

28 days holiday

AXA Employee Assistance Programme with Health App

Annual social events

Staff discount at various restaurants

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a busy restaurant environment.
• Passionate about Italian cooking with a sharp eye for detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and motivated to grow.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to create quality food and manage operations.
• Inspire team and ensure high standards are met.
• Work closely with the Restaurant Manager for smooth service.

Skills

Italian cooking

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Job description

Hourly Rate: £14.80 + Top Up Bonus (Guaranteed min £18.05 per hour) + Service Charge

About Us:

At Franco Manca, we’re not just making sourdough pizza – we’re creating a movement. Our passion for simple, authentic, and delicious food is at the heart of everything we do. From our hand-stretched sourdough bases to the finest seasonal ingredients, every pizza tells a story of quality, care, and tradition. With nearly twenty years of pizza-making under our belt, we’ve built a loyal following of pizza lovers across the UK. But we’re more than just pizza – we’re about people, community, and creating a welcoming space where everyone feels at home.

What You’ll Do

As Senior Pizza Head Chef, you’ll be the master of the kitchen – leading your team to create incredible food while keeping everything running smoothly.
You’ll take charge of the kitchen, ensuring every pizza is cooked to perfection and every dish meets our high standards.
Inspire and develop your team, helping them grow their skills and passion for food.
Manage kitchen operations, from food prep and stock control to hygiene and health & safety.
Be hands-on – whether you’re crafting pizzas, training your team, or finding ways to make the kitchen even better.
Work closely with the Restaurant Manager to ensure smooth service and an exceptional experience for every guest.

What You’ll Bring:

We’re looking for a Senior Head Chef who knows their way around a kitchen and has a genuine love for great Italian food.
You’ll have experience leading a kitchen team in a busy restaurant environment.
Be passionate about Italian cooking, with a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to quality.
Lead by example, creating a positive, supportive atmosphere in the kitchen.
Have excellent organizational skills, keeping everything running like clockwork even during the busiest shifts.
Be motivated to grow and develop, both personally and as part of the Franco Manca family.

What you’ll get:

Extra bonus based on internal audits
Free yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shift
Free Sourdough bread to cook at home
Ongoing personal growth and development with our Franco Academy
28 days holiday
AXA Employee Assistance Programme with Health App
A pension scheme to set you up for the future
Annual social events
Staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca, The Real Greek or Super Club Roma restaurants
Employee referral scheme – earn from the great people you know
Opportunities all over the UK to grow your career

If you have the skills & passion to become a Franco Manca Pizza Senior Head Chef, then click apply and jump on board with the pioneers of Sourdough Pizza!

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