PizzaExpress
Kitchen Team
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Kitchen Team
Where those who love pizza can be their true self.
The Role: Pizza Chef / Cook
Join us in creating the star of the show—our pizza—while making every bite memorable and the dining experience unforgettable. At PizzaExpress, we don’t just cook food; we bring warmth, energy, and authenticity to our guests, so being yourself is your superpower. We’ll help you shine.
What You’ll Gain: Benefits & Perks
Here’s why this role is all-star:
- Free food on shift – because working in our kitchen means unlimited refills (of pizza, obviously).
- Plus Tips – You'll receive tips/tronc* – All gratuities (via Tronc system) are shared fairly between our teams and paid at the end of each pay period.
- 50% off food and drink whenever you’re not cooking – because we treat our team like much-loved pizza partners.
- Dedicated wellbeing support for you and your family, because work-life balance matters.
- Referral bonuses: £400 for referring a pizza chef, £1000 for referring a manager.
- Pension & Life Assurance – invest in your future and secure your happiness.
- Learning and development opportunities to invest in you! From cooking to leadership, we’ve got pathways for growth.
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In This Role, You’ll:
- Handle food prep and dough management with precision and flair.
- Craft our iconic pizza and pasta using techniques passed down through generations of excellence.
- Thrive in a dynamic, energetic environment where pizza, passion, and people collide – think fast-paced but fun!
About Us: Our Story & Culture
Since 1965, we’ve been bringing pizza to the UK and turning it into a global, multichannel, international brand. But our real success comes from our people—the hands that make the dough, the faces that smile at our guests, and the hearts that keep us going.
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At PizzaExpress and Milano, we believe that inclusivity and respect are what make us great. Our teams, customers, and suppliers belong here, no exceptions. That’s why our recruitment is aptitude-focused – fair, compassionate, and rooted in what you can do and become. No interviews decide who you are; the pizza does.
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If you’re invited for an interview, please let your interviewer know at booking about any reasonable adjustments you might need.
- Tronc – A simple way to share fair tips: All gratuity from cards goes into a shared pot (Tronc) at the end of the pay period. As a team member (whether you’re serving customers or not), you’ll benefit equally. It’s part of what makes hospitality happy.
Why work here? Because when people feel valued, they make magic—like the perfect, golden-topped pizza scheduled.
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