Head Chef
Prezzo
Newton, England, CB2, gb
The Breakroom Take
- Free food
- People enjoy this job
- Recommended by students
- Respectful managers
- Learn new skills
About Prezzo
Prezzo is a restaurant chain. They serve Italian food.
Job description from Prezzo
Here at Prezzo, we celebrate the joy of Italian dining; this starts in the kitchen and ends with the service. Every customer should leave wanting to return. Thats why were looking for a driven and passionate
Head Chef
to join us at Prezzo to help us continue offering our best possible dining experience. The Role We are looking for a new
Head Chef
to join our Prezzo Family who has a genuine drive, ambition and desire to make Prezzo the standout from the rest! As a Prezzo
Head Chef
you will: Have a keen interest to prep and cook great quality Italian cuisine. Lead your kitchen, owning all processes including health and safety, stock management, ordering and staff development. Show
#DriveToSucceed
(this is one of our core Prezzo values!) Be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Have a desire to grow your skills and career as a Prezzo
Head Chef . Be financially accountable and meet company GP expectations. Constantly monitor and develop your kitchen team. Play a crucial role in helping us achieve our mission of becoming the UKs favourite Italian dining experience. Ensure every customer leaves happy, wanting to return.
Our Deal; Whats in it for you? Generous and highly achievable to earn bonus structure. Earn shared TRONC. Take your birthday off on us! Christmas Day & Boxing Day off! Be part of Grow, Our internal development programme. We will give you a career to be proud of. Free food on shift. Bring up to 11 friends or family members and get 50% off your total bill. Cash in by referring new employees using our More People Like You scheme. Wagestream; Release your wages flexibly throughout the month! Dedicated wellbeing & mental health support and access GP services. Welcoming, fun & culturally diverse working environment. Where is the restaurant?Located in the centre of Cambridge, convenient for local shops and bars. A sleek, contemporary building, Prezzo is in the heart of this historic university town. This picturesque riverside location offers beautiful views of the heart of this historic university town. This restaurant also boasts a lovely garden at the side, where guests dining al fresco can enjoy a great view of the river, famous for its punting tours.
Our Values One Team
working together, with a common purpose, to achieve our goals.
Genuine Connection
building genuine relationships, where nothing is too much trouble.
Drive to Succeed
being bold enough to do the right thing, even when its hard, to help improve and grow. Pride
making memorable moments by caring about everything we do, so everyone leaves wanting to return.
Our Awards We're proud to be an award-winning hospitality employer, having been awarded: 'Excellence in HR Technology' at the HR in Hospitality Awards 'Best use of Benefits Technology' at the Employee Benefits Awards 'Fair Employment' at the Youth Friendly Employer Awards 'Environmental Best Practice' at the International Green Apple Awards 'Best Pizza Restaurant
Chain' at the PAPA Industry Awards We have also been nominated for: Best Mental Health Strategy at the Employee Benefits Awards Recycling excellence and Partnership excellence at the National Recycling Forum We also have a big focus on mental health and wellbeing, and were proud to have been accredited with the Foundation Level London Health Workplace Award. Apply Now! At Prezzo we want to create a genuinely inclusive workplace, where we embrace the differences of all our colleagues and celebrate diversity. We love to see applications from under-represented groups and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background. Prezzo joined the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) in 2011.
What employees say
Pay
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Only some people are paid a living wage
Do Prezzo pay a living wage?
Some people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
57% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £10.90 per hour, and £11.95 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Only some people are paid market rates
Do Prezzo pay market rates?
Only some people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
50% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
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Under 21s get paid less than everyone else
Do Prezzo pay the same regardless of age?
No, people under the age of 21 get paid less than those above 23.
See what Prezzo pays different age groupsHow we know this
The average pay of under 21s is less than those who are over 23.Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do workers at Prezzo get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
90% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Prezzo pay sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
90% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do workers at Prezzo do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
79% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at Prezzo?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 72% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 23% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 5% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 0% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
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Some people worry about their hours
Do workers at Prezzo worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
51% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do Prezzo workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
37% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for Prezzo workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
44% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at Prezzo?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
81% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts can get changed at short notice
Do Prezzo managers change shifts at short notice?
Some managers change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
48% of people say their manager changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at Prezzo?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
67% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
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People work a lot more hours than their contract
Do people work the same number they are contracted for at Prezzo?
Most people work a lot more hours than their contact..
How we know this
69% of people report working 8 hours or more than their contract.Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you should expect to work about the same number of hours that your contract guarantees you, most of the time.
It’s useful to pick up or drop a few shifts here and there, but if you often work a lot more hours every week than you’re contracted for, a good job should guarantee them.
This means you’re more likely to know when you’ll be working and how much you’ll earn in advance.
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Most students say it’s good
Is a Prezzo job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
88% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and October 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.
Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.
Workplace
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at Prezzo feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
76% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Only some people get proper breaks
Do people at Prezzo get proper breaks?
Some people don’t get proper breaks.
How we know this
38% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at Prezzo?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
68% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at Prezzo enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
78% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Prezzo recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
48% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Only some people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Prezzo?
Some people did’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
37% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Most people get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at Prezzo?
Most people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 72% of people report being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do people think Prezzo head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
69% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how Prezzo is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
38% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What Prezzo employees say about their job
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Best thing
Great front of house to communicate and get along with. Staff food
Worst thing
No training, bad and immature back of house staff, stressful environment that isn't worth the pay, severely understaffed
Prezzo Chef, September 2023
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Best thing
staff dicount and staff food
Worst thing
people moaning about cashless policy
Prezzo Duty manager, May 2023
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