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Job Title


Pizza Head Chef


Company : Franco Manca


Location : Dalkeith, Scotland


Created : 2025-04-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Hourly Rate: 13.30 Top Up Bonus (Guaranteed min 16.80 per hour) Service ChargeIf you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.About Us:At Franco Manca, were not just making sourdough pizza were creating a movement. Our passion for simple, authentic, and delicious food is at the heart of everything we do. From our hand-stretched sourdough bases to the finest seasonal ingredients, every pizza tells a story of quality, care, and tradition. With nearly twenty years of pizza-making under our belt, weve built a loyal following of pizza lovers across the UK. But were more than just pizza were about people, community, and creating a welcoming space where everyone feels at home.What Youll DoAs Head Chef, youll be the master of the kitchen leading your team to create incredible food while keeping everything running smoothly. Youll take charge of the kitchen, ensuring every pizza is cooked to perfection and every dish meets our high standards.Inspire and develop your team, helping them grow their skills and passion for food.Manage kitchen operations, from food prep and stock control to hygiene and health & safety.Be hands-on whether youre crafting pizzas, training your team, or finding ways to make the kitchen even better.Work closely with the Restaurant Manager to ensure smooth service and an exceptional experience for every guest.What Youll Bring:Were looking for a Head Chef who knows their way around a kitchen and has a genuine love for great food.Youll have experience leading a kitchen team in a busy restaurant environment.Be passionate about Italian cooking, with a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to quality.Lead by example, creating a positive, supportive atmosphere in the kitchen.Have excellent organizational skills, keeping everything running like clockwork even during the busiest shifts.Be motivated to grow and develop, both personally and as part of the Franco Manca family.What youll get:Extra bonus based on internal auditsFree yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shiftFree Sourdough bread to cook at homeOngoing personal growth and development with our Franco Academy28 days holidayAXA Employee Assistance Programme with Health App A pension scheme to set you up for the futureAnnual social events Staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca, The Real Greek or Super Club Roma restaurantsEmployee referral scheme earn from the great people you knowOpportunities all over the UK to grow your careerIf you have the skills & passion to become a Franco Manca Pizza Head Chef, then click apply and jump on board with the pioneers of Sourdough Pizza!