Pizza Head Chef

What you’ll get:

• £14.40
  – 18.40 per hour OTE (including service
  charge and delivery bonus - our data says you can earn between £1 to £4 per
  hour on top of your pay)
• Quarterly
  Bonus scheme
• 
  
  Free
  yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shift
• Free
  Sourdough bread to cook at home
• 28
  days holiday (pro rata)
• A
  pension scheme to set you up for the future
• 24/7
  virtual GP access and confidential counselling sessions and advice on
  wellbeing, money, legal and personal matters.
• Cashback,
  online discounts and discounted shopping vouchers to help with everyday
  savings.
• Gym
  and fitness discounts, cinema tickets, family days out and exclusive
  hospitality perks.
• Annual
  social events, incentives and competitions
• 50%
  staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca restaurants
• Up
  to £500 employee referral scheme (T&C apply)
• Ongoing
  personal growth and development with our Franco Academy all over the UK

About Us:

At Franco Manca, we’re not just making sourdough pizza –
we’re 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,
we’ve built a loyal following of pizza lovers across the UK. But we’re more
than just pizza – we’re about people, community, and creating a welcoming space
where everyone feels at home.

What You’ll Do

• As
  Head Chef, you’ll be the master of the kitchen – leading your team to
  create incredible food while keeping everything running smoothly.


• You’ll
  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 you’re 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 You’ll Bring:

• We’re
  looking for a Head Chef who knows their way around a kitchen and has a
  genuine love for great food.


• You’ll
  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.

If 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!

Franco Manca is proud to be an equal opportunities
employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive
environment for all our people. We welcome applications from everyone and
recruit based on skills, experience, and potential. If you need any adjustments
during the application or interview process, please let us know and we’ll be
happy to support you.