Job Title: Senior Pizza Chef
Salary: £12.80 per hour plus service charge
About Us
At Franco Manca, we don’t just make pizza – we make moments. From our slow-rising sourdough and fresh, seasonal ingredients to our wood-fired ovens, we bring the best of traditional Italian pizza-making to every pizzeria. Our people are our secret ingredient: passionate, hardworking, and always up for a laugh, creating an environment where great food and good vibes go hand in hand. If you’re ready to elevate your pizza-making skills and lead by example, we’d love to welcome you to the Franco family.
What You’ll Do
1. Lead in the kitchen by preparing and cooking sourdough pizzas to perfection.
2. Support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene.
3. Mentor and train junior team members, sharing your expertise.
4. Be hands-on with dough preparation, topping pizzas with fresh ingredients, and firing them in our wood ovens.
5. Maintain composure during busy shifts, ensuring smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
6. Manage stock and food prep to ensure readiness for service.
What You’ll Bring
* Experience as a Pizza Chef or in a professional kitchen environment.
* Confidence in handling fresh dough and working with a wood-fired oven.
* Strong leadership skills to inspire and support your team.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, remaining calm under pressure.
* Passion for food and commitment to delivering the best pizza every time.
* A positive attitude, team-first mentality, and career growth ambition.
What You’ll Get
* A generous share of Tronc.
* Free pizzas and soft drinks on every shift.
* Free sourdough bread to cook at home.
* Ongoing personal growth and development through our Franco Academy.
* 28 days holiday.
* AXA Employee Assistance Programme with Health App.
* A pension scheme.
* Annual social events.
* Staff discounts at our restaurants.
* Employee referral scheme.
* Opportunities to grow your career across the UK.
If you have the skills and passion to become a Franco Manca Senior Pizza Chef, click apply and join the pioneers of sourdough pizza!
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