Assistant Head Chef /Sous Chef - Inverness

Assistant Head Chef /Sous Chef - Inverness

Inverness Full-Time No working from home possible
Zizzi
b Assistant Head Chef /Sous Chef - Inverness /b br p b Assistant Head Chef up to Β£14.25 per hour plus Tronc and Benefits /b b br /b Our story: /p p Zizzi started in 1999 with one oven and a big dream of doing Italian food, our way. We dont do bland food, people or restaurants. Youll know us for bubbly pizza, fresh pasta, and good times. /p About the role: p As an Assistant Head Chef, you have a vital leadership role in our open kitchen. Partnering with the Head Chef, youll step up to lead shifts, run the pass, and inspire the team during high-volume rushes. Were looking for someone hands-on who can balance a buzzing restaurant floor with our fast-paced out-of-restaurant delivery channels. If you have the drive to step up, well give you the platform to grow. /p What youll do: ul li Lead the kitchen and run the pass in the Head Chefs absence, keeping service flawless, fast, and on point. /li li Deliver exceptional food quality and picture-perfect consistency across dine-in and out-of-restaurant delivery orders. /li li Support the management team by hitting kitchen performance metrics with stock, labour, managing prep, and cost control. /li li Coach and develop junior chefs, sharing your skills to build confidence, talent, and team spirit. /li li Act as a role model for safety, ensuring kitchen cleanliness, compliance, and food safety are always spot on. /li /ul Whats in it for you: ul li Career development opportunities to fast-track your career to Head Chef. /li li Flexible hours and the guaranteed stability of a minimum-hour contract. /li li Free meals when youre on shift, and 50% off when you arent. /li li Discounts on travel, cinema, and big brands /li /ul What were looking for: ul li Experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous, or Senior Chef in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. /li li A love of Italian food, consistency, and high standards. /li li A confident leader who can run a shift and motivate a team. /li li The ability to stay calm, organised, and ready to guide the team during our busiest times, including evenings, weekends and holiday periods. /li li A solid understanding of kitchen operations, including stock management, wastage, and labour control. /li /ul Why youll fit right in: p We want you in the kitchen, as you are, from day 1. We love individuality - bold tattoos, bad singing, big laugh, brave choices. Were a Times Top 500 Employer because we celebrate everyones differences. While were on that, were also the only Italian restaurant in the FTs UKs Best Employers 2026 Special Report (for working conditions, salary, potential for development and company image). /p

Assistant Head Chef /Sous Chef - Inverness employer: Zizzi

Zizzi in Bath is an excellent employer that values its team members by offering competitive pay, a generous tronc system, and discounts on meals, all within a vibrant and fast-paced kitchen environment. The company fosters a supportive work culture where teamwork and pride in food presentation are celebrated, providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth in the hospitality industry.

Zizzi

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Zizzi Recruitment Team