Trainee Chef: Learn Italian Kitchen & Grow to Head Chef

Zizzi; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Minimum-hour contract

Free meals on shift

50% off meals off shift

Earned wage access

Travel discounts

24/0 Virtual GP

Career progression to Chef

Job summary

Zizzi in Lincoln is hiring a Trainee Chef to learn how to stretch dough and cook pasta in our open kitchen. You don’t need any previous chef experience—we’ll teach you the skills to build a kitchen career.

Join a team with a positive attitude and a great work ethic, where you’ll master the menu, keep the kitchen running smoothly, and grow from Trainee to Chef. Flexible hours and employee perks, including meals on shift and staff discounts, support your development as you start a tasty career

Qualifications

• Entry-level role; no prior kitchen experience required.
• You will learn dough stretching and al dente pasta making.
• Must be a reliable team player with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to spec in a busy open kitchen.
• Take pride in the quality of every dish from your section.
• Master the menu and specs to keep service fast and consistent during busy rushes.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen and follow food safety procedures.
• Work closely with your team to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

Skills

Team player

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Job description

Zizzi in Lincoln is hiring a Trainee Chef to learn how to stretch dough and cook pasta in our open kitchen. You don’t need any previous chef experience—we’ll teach you the skills to build a kitchen career.

Join a team with a positive attitude and a great work ethic, where you’ll master the menu, keep the kitchen running smoothly, and grow from Trainee to Chef. Flexible hours and employee perks, including meals on shift and staff discounts, support your development as you start a tasty career