Sous Chef: Lead the Kitchen & Elevate Italian Classics

Prezzo Italian

Wallasey

On-site

GBP 19,000 - 21,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

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Job summary

Prezzo Italian is seeking a high-energy Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and be number two in the kitchen at our UK locations. You will lead the team, help with the kitchen rota, and ensure consistent Italian meals such as fresh pasta and pizza, prepared with pride.

You’ll enjoy excellent pay (£13.91–£14.94 per hour) plus tronc and a range of great perks, including free meals on shift and strong discounts. Shifts are planned in advance, with a user-friendly app to manage schedules and swaps.

Qualifications

Kitchen leadership – Experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef looking to step up in a busy, fast-paced kitchen.
Commercial know-how – You understand stock, waste, labour and kitchen costs and know how to support an efficient operation.
Great standards – You care about food quality, consistency, cleanliness and food safety/HACCP.
People skills – You’re a positive, hands-on leader who enjoys coaching people and building a strong kitchen team.
Pride in every plate – You understand that a great guest experience starts in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

As Sous Chef, you’ll be number two in the kitchen, supporting your Head Chef lead the team and deputising for the Head Chef as needed.
You’ll help develop a brilliant team and work closely with your Head Chef and General Manager to make your restaurant a success.
From delivering consistently great food and maintaining excellent kitchen standards to supporting with stock, waste and costs, you’ll help make sure your kitchen performs at its best - while creating a place where your team enjoys coming to work.