Senior Wood-Fired Pizza Chef & Team Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free pizzas and drinks

Free sourdough bread

Pension scheme

Virtual GP 24/7

Counselling & wellbeing support

Cashback & discounts

Gym & cinema discounts

Annual social events

Staff dining discount

Referral bonus up to £500

Franco Academy growth

Job summary

Franco Manca is hiring a Senior Pizza Chef in the United Kingdom to lead the kitchen, craft our famous sourdough pizzas, and coach the team to deliver outstanding service. You’ll work hands-on with dough, toppings, and wood-fired ovens to maintain our high standards while supporting the Head Chef in daily operations.

We seek a passionate, experienced cook with strong leadership, calm under pressure, and a drive to grow within the Franco Manca family.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pizza chef or in a professional kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead in the kitchen and mentor junior team members.
• Prepare and cook sourdough pizzas to perfection.
• Support the Head Chef with kitchen operations and hygiene.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and consistency.
• Oversee stock management and food prep for service.

Skills

Pizza chef experience

Leadership

Wood-fired oven

Dough handling

Team mentoring

Job description

Franco Manca is hiring a Senior Pizza Chef in the United Kingdom to lead the kitchen, craft our famous sourdough pizzas, and coach the team to deliver outstanding service. You’ll work hands-on with dough, toppings, and wood-fired ovens to maintain our high standards while supporting the Head Chef in daily operations.

We seek a passionate, experienced cook with strong leadership, calm under pressure, and a drive to grow within the Franco Manca family.