Zizzi Restaurants
Entry Level Chef - UK
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Entry Level Chef - UK
Entry Level Chef – Back of House
We’re recruiting! Calling all Pizza lovers (...) Pasta lovers are welcome too.
**Location:**indreed [#Back of House]
Role: Entry Level Chef – £12.71 per hour + tronc and benefits
About the Role
As part of the Back of House (BOH) team, you’ll play a vital role in creating delicious dishes in our open kitchen theatre. Whether it’s preparing salads, baking desserts, cooking pasta, or crafting pizzas, there’s plenty to learn and grow with us.
No prior experience? That’s okay! We welcomed many players to the game and help you develop the skills needed.
What You’ll Get – Perks of Working at Zizzi
As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits:
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Eat and drink discount:
- 50% off meals at Zizzi & ASK Italian (drinks included!)
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Free & discounted food:
- Free & heavily discounted menu meals while on shift—never go hungry!
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Generous tronc system: Service your customers well and share in the rewards through a generous customer tip pool.
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Flexible finance:
- WageStream enables you to instantly access your earned wages.
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Discounts on travel & lifestyle:
- Save on cinema tickets, travel websites & big brands during your time off.
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Digital & support essentials:
- Online Zizzi community where you can check rotas, see payslips and stay updated.
- Employee Assistance Programme with free access to GPs, counselling and wellbeing support.
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Holiday & career growth:
- 28 days’ holiday paid (pro rata).
- Development & career progression opportunities.
- Regular feedback & course access to grow your skills.
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Pension & style:
- We’re investing in your future with pension contributions.
- Look sharp with Zizzi-branded T-shirts and aprons provided!
What You’ll Be Doing
Here’s your taste of what this role entails:
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Go the extra mile for our food: Master our cuisine inside-out and share your culinary passion with the team.
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**Collaborate to create Great Times: Work closely with the whole restaurant team to ensure our customers enjoy unforgettable experiences. Take pride in the presentation and quality of everything coming out of your kitchen.
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Maintain a “Looking Fabulous” vibe: Keep our restaurant and kitchen spotless, adhering to our policies, processes, and guidelines. Stay on top of cleaning and ensure your team upholds the same standards.
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Our Values – Why Play With Us?
At Zizzi, we live by these core beliefs—our driving force is all about how we grow together:
Growth
Our team, our restaurant, and our community are constantly improving. You’ll be an active part of that growth and be better than what you were yesterday.
Individuality
We celebrate our differences and nurture the uniqueness of each person here. Our strength lies in the energy and talents we bring.
Drive
You’ll make things happen, challenge the status quo, avoid shortcuts, and inspire your colleagues to do their best every day.
Togetherness
Zizzi is more than an employer—it’s a family. We always have each other’s backs and tackle challenges as a team.
Fun
We take our goals seriously but understand the importance of enjoying life along the way. Laughter and joy are part of our daily rhythm here—We say what we feel but do it with respect!
Join us—become part of the Zizzi story! The kitchen’s waiting. 🍕🍝😊
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