Retail Sous Chef - O2 | London | Full-Time / Permanent
£44,125 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.
About Levy
We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet.
Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London, we bring experiences to life with passion and precision.
Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show‑stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities.
We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations.
Retail Sous Chef - The Role
- Lead the delivery of high‑quality cuisine in a fast‑paced venue environment.
- Collaborate with the venue team to ensure mise‑en‑place, timing and service standards meet guest expectations.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety and inventory control.
- Support operational planning for daily menus, seasonal specials and event catering.
What We're Looking For
- Experience in culinary leadership with clear communication and arena experience.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Passion for guest experience and service excellence.
- Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits.
- 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme.
- Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments).
- Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Family benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave; 2 additional days leave after returning from maternity leave; day off for your baby's first birthday.
- Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, travel discounts; 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships.
- Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, life assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products.
- Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways.
- Meals on duty included.
- Vodafone discounts.
Why Join Us?
Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.
We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence.
Equal Opportunities
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.
As part of Compass, you'll help feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues.
Job Reference: com/0806/72489001/52812416/SU #Levy UK
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!
