Trainee Chef: Learn Italian Kitchen Craft in Open Kitchen

Zizzi; Birstall; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Free meals on shift

Earned wage access

Discounts on travel and brands

Virtual GP & EAP

Career development

Job summary

Zizzi in the United Kingdom is seeking a Trainee Chef to learn how to stretch dough and cook al dente pasta in our open kitchen. No previous chef experience needed—we’ll teach you the skills to build a kitchen career. You’ll join a team with a positive attitude and a love for food.

As a trainee, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment, master our menu, and develop through career steps toward Chef and Head Chef, with flexible hours and shift meals while you learn.

Qualifications

• Entry-level chef role, no kitchen experience required.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn in a busy kitchen.
• Team player with a love for food.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to spec in a busy open kitchen.
• Take pride in quality of every dish leaving your section.
• Master the menu and specs to keep service fast during rushes.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen and follow food safety procedures.
• Collaborate with the team to keep the kitchen energy high.

Skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Job description

Zizzi in the United Kingdom is seeking a Trainee Chef to learn how to stretch dough and cook al dente pasta in our open kitchen. No previous chef experience needed—we’ll teach you the skills to build a kitchen career. You’ll join a team with a positive attitude and a love for food.

As a trainee, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment, master our menu, and develop through career steps toward Chef and Head Chef, with flexible hours and shift meals while you learn.