At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in food prep and service during matchdays and events at St James' Park.
- Company: Join Sodexo Live! at Newcastle United Football Club, a leader in food management.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, career progression, and a vibrant team atmosphere.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with opportunities to learn and grow in the catering industry.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting environment and create memorable experiences for fans.
- Qualifications: Experience in catering or hospitality is essential; a positive attitude is a must.
The predicted salary is between 27800 - 27800 £ per year.
Job introduction
We're experience makers.
And food fanatics. And we're hiring.
Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background and your desire for delighting others. In return we'll give you all you need to thrive.
Because at Sodexo Live! We're so much more.
Be part of something greater.
This is an incredible opportunity to join our team at Sodexo Live!
St James' Park, Newcastle United Football Club for season 2026/27.
Following on from our biggest season yet, we are looking to start the new upcoming season where we left off.
With the opportunity to work at both Matchday and Non-Matchday Events, this is a great opportunity for driven individuals to succeed in a fast and innovative catering environment and to join a world leading food and facilities management company, which can offer unrivalled opportunities for career progression.
We are looking for customer focused individuals, who want to be a part of something greater.
What you'll do
- Assist with the preparation and assembly of food items for kiosk service during matchdays and events
- Support chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks, including ingredient prep and portioning
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen, storage, and preparation areas at all times
- Wash utensils, equipment, trays, and kitchen tools promptly and safely
- Replenish stock, ingredients, packaging, and service supplies throughout service periods
- Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating stock in line with food safety procedures
- Ensure all food hygiene, allergen, health & safety, and stadium regulations are followed
- Support smooth and efficient food service during high-volume matchday operations
- Monitor and dispose of waste appropriately while helping maintain tidy work areas
- Assist with setting up and closing down kiosk kitchen areas before and after events
- Communicate effectively with kitchen and front-of-house teams to support service efficiency
- Respond quickly to changing service demands and support the wider catering operation where needed
- Maintain a professional and positive attitude in a fast-paced stadium environment
- Help ensure food preparation areas are fully stocked and operational throughout service
- Carry out additional catering support duties as directed by supervisors or kitchen management
- What you'll bring
- Previous experience in a kitchen, catering, hospitality, or food preparation environment essential
- Willingness to learn and support the wider kitchen and catering team
- Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume stadium environment
- Positive attitude with a strong team-focused approach
- Good understanding of food hygiene, cleanliness, and health & safety procedures
- Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, matchdays, and large-scale events
- Comfortable carrying out cleaning, stock replenishment, and food preparation support duties
- Able to follow instructions and work effectively under the direction of chefs and supervisors
- Strong work ethic with good attention to detail and organisation
- Calm and professional under pressure during busy service periods Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
- Professional and dependable with a proactive approach to work
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