Position: Sous Chef
Salary: £34,000 - £36,000 plus tronc (£42,000 - £46,000 total)
Located on King street in Manchester and minutes walk Piccadilly station Pranzo holds an enviable and proud position in the city and local community. A stunning glass fronted building and interior mezanine. We are passionate about everything homemade, our pasta, breads, sauces, desserts and more are all made by our dedicated and skilled chefs
Job Description
We are looking for a dedicated Sous Chef to help open and run the kitchen along our head chef in our new homemade pasta restaurant in the centre of Manchester. The perfect candidate is someone who cares about the guest experience from start to finish, someone who loves working for a growing company and can keep our high standards alongside achieving targets set by the company.
What We Offer
Pranzo is a growing homemade pasta restaurant group with a huge focus on the guest experience and training our team to a high standard. Being part of Pranzo is not just a job, you will be joining a motivated growing team, many of whom have been with us since day one and continually strive to be the best.
If you want to work with a company who care about the guest, our team and learning lots on the way we are the right place for you.
Competitive salary alongside a TRONC and bonus scheme is what we are willing to offer the right candidate.
As a growing company we are always looking at progressing our team members internally, the majority of our management team have started off with us at entry level positions and worked their way up.
Company trips abroad are every year based around targets that we set.
Overview
Join our dynamic culinary team as a Sous Chef, where your passion for food and leadership will elevate our kitchen operations to new heights! In this vital role, you'll assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen activities, ensuring exceptional food quality, and maintaining a vibrant, efficient work environment. Your culinary expertise and supervisory skills will inspire your team to deliver memorable dining experiences that delight every guest. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your culinary career within a lively hospitality setting committed to excellence.
Duties
- Assist the Head Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations, including food preparation and presentation standards
- Supervise and motivate kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team atmosphere
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety regulations and sanitation standards across all kitchen areas
- Coordinate food production schedules to meet service times and optimize workflow efficiency
- Support food innovation by developing new recipes and refining existing menu items in line with brand standards
- Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage stock to minimize waste and control costs
- Lead by example in cooking techniques, plating, and serving to uphold quality and consistency
Qualifications
- Proven supervising experience in a fast-paced culinary environment, preferably within a restaurant or hospitality setting
- Strong background in food production, preparation, cooking, and presentation techniques
- Demonstrated team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff members
- Extensive kitchen experience with a focus on food safety practices and sanitation compliance
- Excellent communication skills to coordinate effectively with team members and front-of-house staff
- Knowledge of restaurant operations, serving procedures, and hospitality standards
- Passion for culinary arts with a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences
Pay: £42,000.00-£46,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
