Job Description

Pizza Sous Chef - Lead from the Front | Fresh Dough | Open Kitchen

We're looking for an experienced

Pizza Sous Chef

to help lead a busy, open kitchen pizza operation based at

Silverstone (between Brackley, Buckingham & Towcester)

- easily reached from

Milton Keynes or Northampton

.

This is a hands-on role working with

fresh dough

, real ingredients, and an energetic team who take pride in every pizza they serve. You'll support the Head Chef in running daily service, ensuring quality, consistency, and great teamwork in a fast-paced, vibrant environment.

What You'll Do

Lead the kitchen team during busy services and support training of junior chefs. Prepare dough, sauces, and toppings daily using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Cook pizzas in stone or deck ovens to a consistently high standard. Maintain kitchen organisation, prep schedules, and cleaning routines. Monitor stock levels, wastage, and assist with ordering. Ensure compliance with all food hygiene and safety standards. Contribute ideas for new menu items and seasonal specials.

What We're Looking For

Experience as a

Sous Chef

or strong

Chef de Partie

in a pizza, QSR, or fresh food kitchen. Confident in dough preparation and high volume pizza service. Natural leadership style -- calm, organised, and approachable. Sound knowledge of

HACCP

, food safety, and allergen procedures. Good communication skills and a positive, team-focused mindset. Reliable, flexible, and passionate about quality food.

Why Join?

Be part of a

chef-led, growing concept

that values creativity and craft. Opportunity to develop as the business expands.

Competitive pay based on experience

, with consistent full-time hours. Supportive management team and collaborative, energetic environment. Work with

quality ingredients, scratch cooking, and fresh dough daily

.

Job Type:

Full-time

Location:

Silverstone (NN12) - easy access from Brackley, Buckingham, Towcester, Milton Keynes & Northampton

Schedule:

5 days per week (including weekends on rotation)

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person