Junior Sous Chef - Big Mamma Group - Manchester

Big Mamma is a French-Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. For over a decade, we've been bringing bold Italian flavours, 100% homemade food and vibrant, high-energy kitchens to life across our restaurants worldwide. Big Mamma is also a certified B Corp, committed to doing business in a way that respects people, producers and the planet. We're now looking for a Demi Chef – Cold Section to join our kitchen team! The role As a Demi Chef in the Cold Section at Big Mamma, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality antipasti, insalate and cold preparations, ensuring consistency, precision and great presentation. You will: • Prepare and plate cold section dishes, including antipasti and salads, • Follow Big Mamma recipes and kitchen standards, • Work closely with the Chef de Partie, supporting daily prep and service, • Help train and support Commis and Prep Chefs, • Maintain cleanliness, organisation and full compliance with health & safety standards, • Support the kitchen team during busy services with a positive, proactive attitude About you • Previous experience as a Demi Chef, ideally in the cold section, • Good knowledge of Italian cuisine, • Strong teamwork, communication and leadership skills, • High energy, reliability and attention to detail, • Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends What Big Mamma offers • Permanent, full-time position, • £ 16.71 per hour ( Inclusive of tronc ), • 5-day working week with 2 days off, • Daily staff meals, • 15% discount across all Big Mamma restaurants (UK and Ireland), • £500 employee referral bonus, T&Cs apply, • Wagestream – access your pay between paydays, • Mental health & wellbeing support (Open Up), • Continuous training and real career progression, • Mobility across our UK and worldwide restaurants BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #joinbigmammauk

Big Mamma est un groupe de restauration franco-italien né de l'idée de Victor Lugger et Tigrane Seydoux. Au cours des 10 dernières années, nous avons ouvert les portes de plus de 30 restaurants en Europe (France, Monaco, Angleterre, Espagne, Allemagne, Italie et Belgique). Notre mission ? Partager l'ambiance particulière des plus beaux lieux de la tradition italienne, en créant des moments uniques de partage avec nos clients. Tous les jours, plus de 10 000 clients fréquentent les restaurants Big Mamma partout en Europe et bientôt on the Moon ! 🚀 Notre POWER est dans quatre valeurs : méritocratie, authenticité, excellence et entrepreneuriat. Plus de 2000 employés nous accompagnent dans une croissance ultra-dynamique. Chef de rang 🍋🍋 Tes missions : • Accueillir et faire voyager nos clients en Italie pour faire de chaque étapes du service un moment chaleureux et convivial., • Connaissance parfaite de la carte du restaurant (produits et des vins) pour conseiller et accompagner les clients dans leurs choix., • Connaissance des techniques de vente pour optimiser ton ticket moyen et participer à la performance économique du restaurant., • Transmettre ton savoir faire pour accompagner la montée en compétences des runners. Rejoins nous si : • Tu aimes la culture Italienne et tu adores travailler dans des environnements stimulant., • Tu es solaire et tu adores travailler en équipe., • Tu a le sens du détail et tu sais prendre du feed-back pour t'assurer de la satisfaction client., • Tu comprends rapidement la typologie de client que tu as face à toi et sais adapter ta communication dans chaque type de situations. Notre offre : • CDI - 35H/semaine avec 2 jours de repos consécutifs, • Pourboires hebdomadaires & Primes en fonction du CA réalisé sur tes rangs, • Remboursement 50% pass Navigo + mutuelle ALAN., • Un repas préparé chaque jour avec amour par notre squadra et une réduction de 15% dans toutes nos tratto, • Un abonnement Gymlib pour profiter d'un accès flexible à des milliers de salles de sport et d'activités de bien-être partout en France, • De nombreuses évolutions de carrière, mobilités géographiques en France & Europe, AND much more! Ti aspettiamo! BIG MAMMA est un employeur offrant l'égalité des chances. Les candidats qualifiés seront considérés pour un emploi sans tenir compte du sexe, de l'identité de genre, de l'orientation sexuelle, de la couleur, de la religion, de l'origine nationale, du handicap, de l'âge ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi. #JoinBigMamma

Tus mansiones: 🍰 Formarás parte del equipo de pastelería, apoyando tanto en la mise en place como durante el servicio. ✨ Aprenderás a elaborar nuestras recetas siguiendo los estándares de Big Mamma, con el acompañamiento y la formación de nuestro equipo. 👨‍🍳 Pondrás en práctica tus conocimientos básicos de repostería y te familiarizarás con nuestra carta y nuestros productos. 🧼 Trabajarás siempre respetando las normas de higiene, seguridad y calidad que nos caracterizan. ¿Qué te ofrecemos? ✨ Contrato de 40 horas semanales. 📅 2 días libres a la semana. 🌴 22 días laborables de vacaciones al año. 🍝 Comida y cena de personal antes de cada servicio. 📍 Incorporación prevista para mediados de julio. 💰 Salario bruto anual de 19.670 €, más propinas. Y, por supuesto, te contaremos muchos más detalles sobre el puesto durante la entrevista. ¡Estamos deseando conocerte! #JoinBigMamma * BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

📍 Berlin – Pamela, Charlottenstraße 59, 10117 Berlin 🕒 Vollzeit | 2 feste freie Tage ✨ Why this role is a great opportunity Looking for more than just your next Chef de Partie position? Pamela is one of Big Mamma's newest restaurants in Berlin, and we're looking for an experienced Chef de Partie who wants to be part of a kitchen that is still growing and evolving. This is your opportunity to take ownership of your section, work with fresh, high-quality ingredients and contribute to building the standards of one of Berlin's newest Italian restaurants. If you're passionate about cooking and ready to make an impact, we'd love to meet you. 🚀 Your role & responsibilities You are responsible for your section and contribute to the success of every service: • Manage your station independently before, during and after service, • Prepare and plate dishes according to Big Mamma recipes and quality standards, • Ensure consistency, presentation and product quality at all times, • Organize mise en place and daily production efficiently, • Support and guide Commis de Cuisine in their daily development, • Work closely with Sous Chefs and the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations, • Monitor stock levels and minimize waste, • Maintain the highest hygiene and food safety standards 👉 Your expertise helps shape the quality, rhythm and culture of our kitchen every day. 💡 What we're looking for • Previous experience as Chef de Partie in a high-volume or quality-focused restaurant, • Strong technical cooking skills and excellent organization, • Ability to manage your section independently, • Passion for Italian cuisine and high-quality ingredients, • Leadership mindset and willingness to support junior team members, • Calm under pressure with excellent attention to detail, • Reliable, proactive and team-oriented You're someone who takes pride in your craft and enjoys helping others grow. 💰 What we offer • Unbefristeter Vertrag, • Vollzeit + 2 feste freie Tage, • Salary + Trinkgeld, • 🍝 Daily Mitarbeiteressen, • 🍕 Staff discount in all our restaurants, • 🌍 Real growth opportunities within the group, • Leadership development and continuous training, • The opportunity to grow with one of Berlin's newest restaurant concepts ❤️ Who we are Big Mamma is a fast-growing French-Italian restaurant group with 30+ locations across Europe. Our mission is to bring authentic Italian food culture to life through quality products, traditional techniques and passionate teams. At Pamela, you'll join a restaurant that is still writing its story—where experienced professionals have the opportunity to influence standards, mentor others and contribute to building an exceptional kitchen culture. 🌍 Equal Opportunities Big Mamma is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other legally protected characteristic. Für diese Stelle berücksichtigen wir grundsätzlich Bewerber*innen mit den folgenden Berufsqualifikationen: Chef de Partie, Koch, Postenkoch, Linienkoch, Line Cook, Station Chef, Chef de Partie Küche, Küchenfachkraft, Fachkoch, Cook, Koch Gastronomie, Küchenprofi 👉 Übernimm Verantwortung, bring deine Erfahrung ein und gestalte mit uns die Zukunft von Pamela! 🔥 #JoinBigMamma

20 Stories Manchester Are you a passionate Chef de Partie looking to take the next step in your culinary career? We are seeking a talented and motivated chef to join our kitchen team. As part of the Evolv Collection, a vibrant hospitality brand, we celebrate the best of British food, premium cuts, seasonal ingredients, and warm hospitality. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences through quality food, outstanding service, and a supportive team culture. As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for running your section efficiently, maintaining high food standards, and supporting the senior kitchen team in delivering consistently excellent dishes. Key Responsibilities: • Manage and maintain your designated kitchen section., • Prepare and cook dishes to company standards., • Ensure food quality, presentation, and consistency at all times., • Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety practices., • Assist with stock control and waste management., • Support and mentor junior kitchen team members., • Contribute to menu development and seasonal specials. What We’re Looking For: • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or a strong Demi Chef de Partie ready for progression., • Passion for fresh, high-quality ingredients., • Strong organisational and time-management skills., • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment., • Positive attitude and team-focused approach. What We Offer: • Competitive salary., • Career development and progression opportunities., • Staff discounts across the group., • Ongoing training and development., • Supportive and professional working environment., • Meals on duty., • Company pension scheme. If you’re passionate about great food and want to be part of an exciting and growing hospitality brand, we encourage you to apply.

About Us: At The Real Greek, we bring the authentic taste of the Mediterranean to the UK, serving fresh, delicious Greek dishes in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. Our kitchens are the heart of our restaurants, and we take pride in using fresh ingredients to create incredible flavours that keep our guests coming back. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a passionate, skilled Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and deliver outstanding food every day. If you’re a talented chef and natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, we’d love to hear from you! What You’ll Do: • As a Head Chef, you will lead and inspire your kitchen team to deliver consistently excellent food, • Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure high standards, • Manage stock control, ordering, and food costs to maximize efficiency, • Ensure hygiene, food safety, and health & safety regulations are always met, • Train and develop your team, supporting their growth and progression, • Work closely with the Restaurant Manager to ensure smooth kitchen operations, • Drive quality, efficiency, and teamwork in the kitchen, • Bring passion, energy, and a love for Mediterranean cuisine to every service What You’ll Bring: • We’re looking for a skilled and motivated chef who has previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen, • Are passionate about fresh ingredients and authentic flavours, • Lead, train, and inspire a team to perform at their best, • Have strong stock management and cost control skills, • Thrive under pressure and enjoys a fast-paced environment, • Maintain high hygiene and food safety standards at all times, • Work collaboratively with front-of-house teams to ensure a seamless service, • Bring a hands-on, can-do attitude to every shift What You’ll Get: • Free staff meals on every shift, • 28 days holiday, • Employee Assistance Programme with the Burnt Chef, • A pension scheme to set you up for the future, • Annual social events, • Staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca, The Real Greek restaurants, • Employee referral scheme – earn from the great people you know, • Opportunities all over the UK to grow your career If you have the skills & passion to become a Head Chef for The Real Greek, then click apply and jump on board!