Head Chef at the York LNER Stadium!

Are you a creative, passionate Head Chef ready to take the lead in one of Yorkshire\’s most exciting sporting and event venues? Then this role could be for you! CGC Event Caterers are recruiting for a Head Chef to take the reins at the York LNER Stadium – crafting unforgettable dining experiences for match days, VIP hospitality, and private events. With a busy end of 2025 in site, and an even busier 2026 planned, this is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and driven team of Chefs and manage your own culinary venue. As Head Chef, you\’ll also get the opportunity to work at a variety of our other venues and events – from York Racecourse, to The Great Yorkshire Show, to the Farnborough Airshow, to Wetherby Racecourse- on those off chances the Stadium is quiet or out of its multiple seasons.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave.
• Life Assurance policy for you and your loved ones.
• Healthshield covering dental, counselling, and physio costs.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health.
• Free on-site parking.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations at York LNER Stadium, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and service.
• Support menu planning, preparation, and execution in line with client expectations and company standards.
• Ensure all CGC SOPs and guidelines are followed, including COSH and Health and Hygiene standards.
• Work with our Executive Head Chef and Chef Co‑ordinator on the placement of other Chefs across the venue.
• Maintain and continue to strengthen relationships with the Stadium team themselves, and other key clients on site.
• Work with the Head of Food and Beverage to ensure the highest level of service is delivered for all events and match days.
• Manage kitchen budgets, stock control, and supplier relationships to maximise quality and profitability.
• Support operations across other CGC venues and events when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous Head Chef experience, ideally within outside catering, events, or banqueting.
• Comfortable with commuting to and from venues and events.
• A passionate and dedicated individual with a great appetite to develop themselves and those around them.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced and high‑pressure environment.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations (Level 2 or above certification preferred).
• Full, clean driving licence is preferred.

About CGC Event Caterers

We are also the European Catering Division for Legends Global, the global leader in delivering live entertainment and events. CGC Event Caterers is a long‑established caterer with decades of experience in the hospitality industry. We operate at venues of all sizes and have exclusivity at prominent sporting, entertainment, and cultural locations across the UK.

Our Venues in the UK

• Eight Yorkshire Racecourses, including the world‑famous York Racecourse
• Yorkshire Event Centre – Harrogate
• The Sun Pavilion – Harrogate
• LNER Community Stadium – York