At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our kitchen team to create unforgettable dining experiences at major events.
- Company: Delaware North UK, a leader in hospitality and event catering.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible shifts, free meals on event days, and dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Great opportunities for growth and to work with passionate food lovers.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting events and showcase your culinary skills in a vibrant setting.
- Qualifications: No degree needed, but experience in a catering kitchen is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 15 £ per hour.
The opportunity Delaware North UK is hiring casual culinary opportunities for Chefs and Kitchen Porters to join our team at the Stadium of Light, in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. As a Chef or Kitchen Porter, you will be working with an enthusiastic kitchen team to create memorable and first‑class dining experiences for guests.
What we offer
- Competitive weekly pay
- Casual 6+ hour shifts, including evenings and weekends flexibly working part-time for the biggest events and match days, with opportunities to pick up extra shifts that suit your lifestyle
- Free meal on event days
- Experience in a dynamic workplace hosting major national and international sporting events and concerts, including The Lads at Sunderland A.F.C. in Premier League football, and Take That taking the stage, as well as a range of exciting meetings and events and plenty more still to come in 2026
What will you do?
- Prepare and create food to specifications, with dishes ranging from fine dining to casual offerings across various cuisines, showcasing your passion for food creation and adapting to meet guests’ needs
- Assist the culinary team to ensure smooth and effective catering service within the restaurant
- Collaborate and coordinate with kitchen team members
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and service areas
- Ensure the operation complies with current health and safety, food hygiene, fire regulations, licensing laws, and trading standards, maintaining Delaware North’s policies and standards of excellence
More about you
- No degree required
- Relevant experience working in a catering kitchen is beneficial
- Skills in communication, teamwork organisation, time management, and attention to detail
Physical requirements
- Ability to stand for duration of shift
- Comfortable handling various meat products
- Availability to attend shifts for matchdays and event days, due to events-based nature of roles
Culinary Opportunities in Sunderland employer: Delaware North at Stadium of Light
Delaware North UK is an exceptional employer, offering casual culinary opportunities at the vibrant Stadium of Light in Sunderland. With competitive pay, flexible part-time shifts, and the chance to work at major sporting events and concerts, employees enjoy a dynamic work environment that fosters teamwork and creativity. The company prioritises employee growth, providing valuable experience in a fast-paced kitchen while ensuring a supportive culture with perks like free meals on event days.
Contact Details:
Delaware North at Stadium of Light Recruitment Team
