At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the kitchen, craft delicious pizzas, and mentor your team.
- Company: Franco Manca, where passion for pizza meets great vibes.
- Benefits: Free pizzas, ongoing training, 28 days holiday, and staff discounts.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth across the UK.
- Why this job: Join a fun team and elevate your pizza-making skills in a vibrant environment.
- Qualifications: Experience as a pizza chef and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
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.
But the secret ingredient?
Our people.
We’re passionate, hard-working, and always up for a laugh, creating an environment where great food and good vibes go hand in hand.
If you’re ready to take your pizza-making skills to the next level and lead by example, we’d love to welcome you to the Franco family.
What You’ll Do
- As a Senior Pizza Chef, you’ll be a leader in the kitchen, helping to craft every pizza with care while supporting your team to deliver the best service possible.
- You’ll lead by example, preparing and cooking our famous sourdough pizzas to perfection.
- Support the Head Chef in managing the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene.
- Mentor and train junior members of the team, sharing your knowledge and expertise.
- Be hands‑on with dough preparation, topping pizzas with the freshest ingredients, and firing them in our wood ovens.
- Keep a cool head during busy shifts, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently.
- Take responsibility for stock management and food prep, ensuring everything is ready for service.
What You’ll Bring
- We’re looking for someone with experience, passion, and leadership qualities to help take our kitchen to the next level.
- You’ll have experience as a Pizza chef or in a professional kitchen environment.
- Be confident in handling fresh dough and working with a wood‑fired oven.
- Have strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and support your team.
- Thrive in a fast‑paced environment, keeping calm and focused under pressure.
- Be passionate about food and committed to delivering the best pizza every time.
- Have a positive attitude, a team‑first mentality, and the ambition to grow your career.
What you’ll get
- A generous share of Tronc
- Free yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shift
- Free Sourdough bread to cook at home
- Ongoing personal growth and development with our Franco Academy
- 28 days holiday
- Employee Assistance Programme with the Burnt Chef
- A pension scheme to set you up for the future
- Annual social events
- Staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca, The Real Greek restaurants
- Employee referral scheme – earn from the great people you know
- Opportunities all over the UK to grow your career
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FM Senior Pizzaiolo employer: Franco Manca Stockbridge
Franco Manca Stockbridge is an excellent employer that values teamwork and personal development, making it a fantastic place for those looking to start their career in the hospitality industry. With a commitment to training and growth opportunities, employees can thrive in a supportive environment while enjoying the fast-paced excitement of a busy kitchen. Join us to be part of a collaborative team where your contributions are recognised and appreciated.
