Zizzi Head Chefs have a central role to play, working closely with the General Manager to ensure the success of the restaurant. You will understand and promote our culture and values within the team. Being enthusiastic, a team player, and proactive in ensuring our customers have a great experience every time is essential. A passion for food and service, coupled with high standards, is crucial. Lead by example and serve as a great role model.
Responsibilities include:
1. Taking ultimate responsibility for the kitchen, leading the team to deliver exceptional food while ensuring profitability and meeting Health & Safety standards.
2. Being a people leader—recruit, onboard, develop, inspire, and retain top kitchen talent alongside the General Manager.
3. Having a passion for our food, knowing the menu inside out, and training your team accordingly.
4. Collaborating with the restaurant team to deliver great experiences for customers, ensuring high presentation and quality, and managing food costs.
5. Being knowledgeable about policies, processes, and guidelines, training your team on them, and ensuring standards are consistently met.
All of this aligns with our Zizzi Values:
* Growth: Strive to improve constantly, both personally and as a team.
* Individuality: Celebrate differences and encourage everyone to be their best.
* Drive: Make things happen, adapt, and motivate.
* Togetherness: Support each other and embrace challenges and successes.
* Fun: Enjoy the everyday and keep a positive attitude.
At Zizzi, we aim for only Great Times!
Head Chef Benefits include:
* Competitive pay plus a generous bonus scheme and Tronc.
* 50% discount at Zizzi & ASK Italian for you and friends (including drinks).
* Free and heavily discounted menu on shift.
* Customer tips through a generous Tronc system.
* Wagestream to access earned wages instantly.
* Discounts on cinema tickets, travel, and big brands.
* Access to our online community with rotas and payslips.
* Free Employee Assistance Programme with GPs and wellbeing support.
* 28 days holiday (pro rata).
* Opportunities for career development and progression.
* Company pension contributions.
* Zizzi branded T-Shirts and aprons.
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