Role: Women’s First Team Chef
Hours: Full time to include evenings and weekends.
Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing
Contract Type: Permanent
Deadline Day: 12th October 2026
About Brighton & Hove Albion FC
We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact. We are proud to have placed in the Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2026.
Help fuel our Women’s First Team!
As Women’s First Team Chef, you will deliver high-quality, nutritionally balanced food and beverages for both home and away fixtures. You will liaise with hotels ahead of away matches to ensure all arrangements are in place for providing exceptional meals on the road. You will also play an active role in planning and developing innovative menus that reflect our nutritional philosophy.
Outside of match days, you will contribute to the smooth running of our day-to-day kitchen operations at our training ground in Lancing.
About you
We are looking for a chef who has previous experience working within professional sports clubs or with elite athletes. To be successful, you must hold IOSH and Food Safety Level 3 Certificates. We need someone who can maintain world-class standards under pressure and adapt to changing environments.
This role will involve working weekends, and extensive travel for away games so the successful candidate must be flexible with their working hours.
Our values
- Treat People Well
- Exceed Expectations
- Aim High. Never Give Up
- Act with Integrity
- Make it Special
- Be Fan Focused
How we say thank you
- Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
- 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)
- Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
- Enhanced family policies
- Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
- Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2026/27 season
- In-house training programme and CPD opportunities
- Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses
Our commitment to EDI
We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact teamtalent@brightonandhovealbion.com
Safeguarding is part of everything we do
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
Right to work and background checks
This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.
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Women’s First Team Chef in Brighton employer: Brighton & Hove Albion FC
Brighton & Hove Albion FC is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, where creativity and collaboration thrive. With a focus on employee growth, we offer numerous opportunities for professional development within the vibrant setting of our football club, located in the heart of Brighton. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering outstanding hospitality and events experiences, while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a renowned sports environment.
