Pizza Chef - Cecconis Bicester Village
Pizza Chef - Cecconis Bicester Village at Soho House in Bicester, on Only Chefs.
- Employer: Soho House
- Location: Bicester
- Contract: Full Time
- Closes: 2026-11-16
About the role
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<p><strong>The Role… </strong></p>
<p>At Soho House, a <strong>Pizza Chef </strong><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW89000310 BCX0">oversees the pizza station from dough stretching and topping to baking and plating. They play a key role in </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW89000310 BCX0">maintaining</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW89000310 BCX0"> quality standards and ensuring a smooth, consistent service and is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of high-quality pizzas using fresh, seasonal ingredients.</span></p>
<p><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW12820748 BCX0">Y</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW12820748 BCX0">our main responsibility is<span class="NormalTextRun SCXW66172363 BCX0"> <span class="TextRun SCXW223324756 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW223324756 BCX0"><span class="TextRun SCXW117199271 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW117199271 BCX0">for</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW117199271 BCX0"> <span class="TextRun SCXW236549943 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW236549943 BCX0">demonstrating</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW236549943 BCX0"> strong knowledge of dough handling, use of pizza ovens (wood-fired, gas, or electric), and excellent timing. They must be a team player who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, with a passion for </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW236549943 BCX0">high standards</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW236549943 BCX0"> and exceptional food presentation.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW236549943 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span>.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW117199271 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p><strong>What's in it for you?</strong></p>
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<li>Weekly Pay</li>
<li>Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs</li>
<li>Soho Friends Membership</li>
<li>50% Team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week</li>
<li>Staff Room Rates</li>
<li>Health Cash Plan (option to up to 2 additional dependents)</li>
<li>Dental Plan (option to add up to 2 additional dependents)</li>
<li>Birthday Day Off after 1 years' continuous service</li>
<li>Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home</li>
<li>In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.</li>
<li>Free Counselling Sessions</li>
<li>Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes offer unique food and drink training, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.</li>
<li>Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally</li>
<li>Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.</li>
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<p>Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career</p>
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<p><strong>Key duties…</strong></p>
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<li>Prepare pizza dough from scratch or portion pre-made dough to spec, allowing for correct proofing and consistency </li>
<li>Assemble pizzas efficiently and consistently according to Soho House recipes and presentation standards </li>
<li>Cook pizzas in a pizza oven (wood-fired or gas/electric) while managing multiple orders during service </li>
<li>Ensure the pizza oven is preheated, cleaned, and properly maintained before and after service </li>
<li>Monitor and replenish pizza station mise en place, including toppings, sauces, cheeses, herbs, and condiments </li>
<li>Maintain excellent hygiene and organisation at the pizza station throughout service </li>
<li>Work collaboratively with chefs, porters, and FOH teams to deliver seamless service and exceptional guest experiences </li>
<li>Assist in the preparation of other dishes if required, and support team across kitchen sections as needed </li>
<li>Follow food safety guidelines including temperature logs, labelling, and proper storage of ingredients </li>
<li>Complete daily prep checklists and cleaning duties before and after shifts </li>
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<p><strong>What we are looking for...</strong></p>
<p><span data-olk-copy-source="MailCompose">A successful Pizza Chef for Soho House will ideally have up to 2 years’ experience in a busy high-profile venue and a natural flair for first class service. You’ll be reliable, friendly and happy to be a key part of the team that strives for success. </span></p>
<ul>
<li>Minimum 2 years' experience as a pizza chef in a high-volume, quality-focused kitchen or pizzeria </li>
<li>Proven experience working with hand-stretched dough and pizza ovens </li>
<li>Strong knowledge of pizza styles (e.g., Neapolitan, Roman, New York-style) </li>
<li>High attention to detail with a passion for consistency and quality </li>
<li>Strong communication and time-management skills </li>
<li>Valid Food Hygiene/Food Handler Certificate </li>
<li>Must be able to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule and Club School</li>
<li>Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed</li>
<li>Ability to take direction, work in a team environment and autonomously</li>
</ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The salary range for this role if filled within the UK is listed below. The range for the position in different geographies may vary based on market differences.</p></div><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>£17.50</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>£17.50 GBP</span></div></div></div>
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