Head Chef

5 days ago

Southport, United Kingdom Prezzo Full time
Head Chef - Southport

Head Chef
Prezzo Southport

32,000

Here at Prezzo, we celebrate the joy of Italian dining; this starts in the kitchen and ends with the service. Every customer should leave wanting to return.
That's why we're looking for a driven and passionate Head Chef to join us at Prezzo to help us continue offering our best possible dining experience.

The Role
We are looking for a new Head Chef to join our Prezzo Family who has a genuine drive, ambition and desire to make Prezzo the standout from the rest
As a Prezzo Head Chef you will:

  • Have a keen interest to prep and cook great quality Italian cuisine.
  • Lead your kitchen, owning all processes including health and safety, stock management, ordering and staff development.
  • Show #DriveToSucceed (this is one of our core Prezzo values)
  • Be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Have a desire to grow your skills and career as a Prezzo Head Chef.
  • Be financially accountable and meet company GP expectations.
  • Constantly monitor and develop your kitchen team.
  • Play a crucial role in helping us achieve our mission of becoming the UK's favourite Italian dining experience.
  • Ensure every customer leaves happy, wanting to return.


Our Prezzo Perks 'Deal'; What's in it for you?

  • 50% off Food and Drink at Prezzo, for you and 11 or your family/friends
  • Free Meal on shift
  • TasteCard - Free discounts at branded Restaurants Nationwide
  • Prezzo Perks Discounts - Prezzo's own discounts App, numerous free discounts on High Street Brands, Leisure Venues, SuperMarkets, Gyms, online and at the locations.
  • 5 Family and Friends get 25% off Food & Drink
  • Access to Apprenticeships
  • Wagestream - access to your wages early
  • Cananda Life 'WeCare' Employee Assistance Programme + GP Appointment Helpline
  • Eye Tests
  • Voluntary Bupa Dental Cover
  • Voluntary UNUM Critical Illness Cover
  • Voluntary Simply Health Cash Plan
  • ISA Investment plans with Cushon
  • Free Mortgage Advice with Charles Cameron
  • More People Like You Recruitment Incentive Scheme
  • Prezzo Service Anniversaries

Where is the restaurant?
Located in the heart of the popular Victorian seaside town of Southport, within easy reach of the beach and pier and close to local shops and bars. Set out over two floors of an impressive period building and former bank, Prezzo Southport retains many of its original features. Light from the large picture windows compliments the fresh, contemporary decor, and in the evening soft lighting gives the restaurant a relaxed and intimate feel.



Our Values

One Team... working together, with a common purpose, to achieve our goals.

Genuine Connection... building genuine relationships, where nothing is too much trouble.

Drive to Succeed... being bold enough to do the right thing, even when it's hard, to help improve and grow.

Pride... making memorable moments by caring about everything we do, so everyone leaves wanting to return.


Our Awards
We're proud to be an award-winning hospitality employer, having been awarded:

  • 'Excellence in HR Technology' at the HR in Hospitality Awards
  • 'Best use of Benefits Technology' at the Employee Benefits Awards
  • 'Fair Employment' at the Youth Friendly Employer Awards
  • 'Environmental Best Practice' at the International Green Apple Awards
  • 'Best Pizza Restaurant - Chain' at the PAPA Industry Awards

We have also been nominated for:

  • 'Best Mental Health Strategy' at the Employee Benefits Awards
  • 'Recycling excellence' and 'Partnership excellence' at the National Recycling Forum

We also have a big focus on mental health and wellbeing, and we're proud to have been accredited with the Foundation Level 'London Health Workplace Award'.

Apply Now
At Prezzo we want to create a genuinely inclusive workplace, where we embrace the differences of all our colleagues and celebrate diversity. We love to see applications from under-represented groups and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background. Prezzo joined the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) in 2011.


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