Chef - Portsmouth
Prezzo
Up to £13.00 per hour plus tronc
Portsmouth, Hampshire
The Breakroom Take
- Free food
- Recommended by students
- Respectful managers
- Proper breaks
About Prezzo
Prezzo is a restaurant chain. They serve Italian food.
Job description from Prezzo
Better Careers for Everyone
Our Role
As a Chef at Prezzo, you'll be an integral part of our kitchen team, playing a key role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences that reflect our passion for authentic Italian flavours. Working alongside the Head Chef, you'll lead your station with dedication, ensuring every dish meets our high standards and delights our guests.
At Prezzo, we're committed to more than just crafting outstanding food-we're focused on building better careers and creating better moments for everyone. We believe in helping you grow professionally, while ensuring every shift is filled with passion and excitement.
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to support and guide other chefs, contributing to a culture of growth and excellence. Your passion and commitment will help shape unforgettable dining experiences, turning every meal into a cherished moment for our guests and your team alike.
Life at Prezzo
Prezzo is a place where you can learn, lead, and love what you do, in an environment where everyone is valued, encouraged, and supported to grow. Whether you're supporting other team members, enhancing guest experiences, or finding new ways to improve what we do, you'll be making a real impact every day.
We celebrate achievements, confidently, proudly, joyfully- and always together.
Our Person
We're looking for someone who is:
Passionate about creating joyful, memorable experiences for our guests and taking pride in every dish served.
Confident in your craft, bringing skill and precision to every aspect of the kitchen.
Proud of the work you do, maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and service while balancing efficiency and guest satisfaction.
Adaptable and proactive, embracing the fast-paced kitchen environment with a positive attitude and quick decision-making.
Focused on excellence, ensuring every detail-whether it's in food preparation, cleanliness, or compliance-reflects your commitment to delivering the best for our guests.
How We Work
Our kitchen operates in a fast-paced environment, requiring quick thinking and real-time decision-making to keep operations running smoothly. Collaboration is key-you'll work closely with the Head Chef, kitchen and front-of-house team, as well as support centre to align with operational, commercial, and guest-focused goals.
As our business grows and evolves, you'll remain adaptable, proactive, and ready to take on new challenges. Whether it's mentoring other chefs, refining kitchen processes, or enhancing guest experiences, you'll be instrumental in creating better careers and better moments for everyone involved.
Experience We Value
Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment preferred.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Ability to follow food safety and hygiene regulations.
Passion for delivering high-quality food and contributing to a great guest experience. Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills within a structured training programme.
Prezzo Perks: What's in it for you?
Opportunity to earn TRONC as part of your total package- earn more as you drive success!
50% off food and drink at Prezzo, free meals on shift, and at least 25% discount for family and friends.
Your birthday off!
Employee Assistance Programme & GP appointment helpline.
Voluntary Bupa dental cover and health cash plan.
Grow with us- Career development opportunities & internal progression pathways.
Apply Now!
Whether you're starting or looking to grow your career, apply today and be part of the Prezzo family!
Job insights from Breakroom
Chefs
Chefs prepare and cook food in restaurants, hotels and bars.
What you’ll do as a chef:
- Plan meals
- Prepare and cook food
- Purchase food and look after a budget
- Be responsible for the hygiene and safety of food served
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Physical activities
- Wearing a uniform
- Cleaning
- Anti-social hours
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What employees say
Pay
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Needs improving
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Most people aren’t paid a living wage
Do Prezzo pay chefs enough to live on?
Most people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
70% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and April 2025.
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 £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 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 chefs market rates?
Only some people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
60% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and April 2025.
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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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do chefs 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
90% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and April 2025.
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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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do chefs get of their shift pattern at Prezzo?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 100% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 0% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 0% 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 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and April 2025.
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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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do chefs at Prezzo worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
80% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and April 2025.
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 chefs at Prezzo get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
40% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do chefs at Prezzo feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
80% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and April 2025.
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.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful for chefs to work at Prezzo?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
80% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and April 2025.
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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Only some people recommend their team
Do chefs at Prezzo recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
60% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and April 2025.
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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Head office understands the what’s happening
Do chefs think Prezzo head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office understands what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
50% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and April 2025.
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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Most people feel well informed by head office
Do chefs feel well informed about how Prezzo is doing?
Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
70% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and April 2025.
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
Talking to people
Worst thing
Stressful, unexpected, physically exhausting, understaffed.
Duty manager at Prezzo, December 2024
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Best thing
Some of the staff
Staff food
50 percent staff discount
25 percent or somtimes rarely 40 percent friends and family discountWorst thing
Getting rota last minute either on a saterday night or a Sunday
Working every week end every monthWaiter at Prezzo, October 2024
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