At a Glance
- Tasks: Craft delicious pizzas with fresh ingredients in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Company: Join the vibrant team at Rick Stein Restaurants, known for genuine hospitality.
- Benefits: Earn up to £15.95 plus tips, enjoy free meals and discounts.
- Other info: Flexible hours and opportunities for growth in a respected hospitality group.
- Why this job: Perfect your pizza-making skills while working in a supportive and energetic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in a fast-paced kitchen and a passion for quality cooking.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Earn up to £15.95, including tips. Great food. Genuine hospitality. A place to grow. At Rick Stein Restaurants, we’re passionate about fresh ingredients, simple cooking done brilliantly, and kitchens that run smoothly behind the scenes. We’re now looking for a motivated and skilled Seasonal Pizza Chef to join our team for the busy season. If you love working with quality ingredients, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in crafting great pizza with consistency and care, we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing:
- Preparing and cooking pizzas to specification, ensuring consistency and quality
- Stretching, topping, and baking pizzas with accuracy and attention to detail
- Supporting the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes during busy service
- Maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards at all times
- Assisting with prep, stock rotation, and deliveries
- Keeping your section clean, organised, and service-ready
- Working collaboratively with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth service
What we’re looking for:
- Experience working in a pizza section or similar fast-paced kitchen role
- Confidence in dough handling and pizza preparation techniques
- A passion for fresh ingredients and quality cooking
- Ability to work calmly under pressure during peak service
- Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation
- A reliable, positive team player with a strong work ethic
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and throughout the seasonal period
What you’ll get:
- Competitive pay plus tips
- Free staff meals and generous discounts across Rick Stein Restaurants, Rooms, and Shops
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Opportunity to gain experience in a respected hospitality group
- A supportive, inclusive team culture
- Access to discounts on hundreds of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more
If you’re looking to sharpen your skills, be part of a busy and energetic kitchen, and deliver quality dishes during our peak season, apply now and join the team at Rick Stein Restaurants.
Chef employer: The Cornish Arms
The Cornish Arms in St. Merryn is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture where team members are valued and supported. With competitive pay, tips, free staff meals, and ongoing training opportunities, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to creating memorable experiences for guests in a lively British pub setting.
