At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a culinary team to create exceptional match day dining experiences at Kia Oval.
- Company: Join the iconic Kia Oval, a premier cricket venue in London.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, healthcare, 23 days leave, and more perks.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and a supportive work culture.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic environment and showcase your culinary creativity on match days.
- Qualifications: Experience in high-volume kitchens and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 58000 - 58000 £ per year.
Head Chef (Match Day Events) – Kia Oval, London – Full-Time / Permanent
£58,000 + bonus and excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.
We're looking for a Head Chef to lead the culinary team in delivering exceptional hospitality experiences during domestic cricket match days at the iconic international cricket ground, The Kia Oval.
As Match Day Head Chef you will oversee all kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure that menus meet the highest standards of quality, presentation, and cost control.
This culinary leadership role requires strong mentoring skills, creativity, and operational excellence to deliver world‑class service for all guests visiting the Kia Oval Cricket Ground.
The role
- Plan and execute the timely delivery of innovative, cost‑effective menus for domestic cricket matches, VIP dining, retail and hospitality areas.
- Oversee kitchen setup and breakdown before and after matches.
- Lead and motivate the kitchen team during high‑pressure match days, including training and managing rotas.
- Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
- Monitor and report stock levels and control costs to stay within budget.
- Minimise waste through effective planning and inventory management.
- Ensure all kitchen operations comply with health and safety regulations and hygiene standards across all areas.
- Strive to exceed expectations through exceptional culinary experiences.
- Address guest feedback promptly and professionally.
- What we’re looking for
- Excellent communication and coordination skills – liaise with event management, hospitality teams and suppliers, and bring suggestions to improve operations.
- A strong background in high‑volume or event‑scale kitchens.
- Proven experience leading large brigades.
- A calm mindset and customer‑focused approach.
- Data‑driven decision‑making.
- A team player with an inclusive leadership style.
- What you’ll get in return
- Discretionary bonus.
- Medicash – Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children).
- Aviva Digicare – Free annual healthcare check.
- Exclusive entertainment, travel, and shopping discounts.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Health & Wellbeing discounts – Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%).
- Meals on duty.
- Pension scheme and Life Assurance.
- 23 days + bank holidays and additional day off for your birthday and holiday purchase scheme.
- 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back.
- Competitive and supportive family benefits.
- Day off for baby's first birthday.
- Professional subscriptions, ongoing training & development and career pathways.
- Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products.
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Contact Details:
Compass Group UK & Ireland Recruitment Team
