Venue Sous Chef - Chelsea FC

Levy UK is the official catering partner to Chelsea Football Club responsible for the catering across the Chelsea Football Club estate, including Stamford Bridge stadium, Chelsea FC’s training facility in Cobham and Kingsmeadow Women’s stadium in Kingston. Levy UK at Chelsea Football Club cater for an estimated 1.15 million fans annually; delivering catering across 43 public outlets, 58 boxes and 20 suites on match-days. There are over 1,000 corporate and private events held at Stamford Bridge each year along with a growing, forward-thinking collection of catering solutions across the rest of the business.

We are currently recruiting for a Venue Sous Chef for our hospitality area. You will support the Head Chef in leading the culinary operation in Chelsea FC’s new premium area; the Rose & Ball which delivers legendary food and drink experiences for over 500 guests on matchdays and operates as an employee lunch area during the weekdays.

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Oversee all aspects of food production and assist in the curation of menus, food costings, monthly stock take and equipment inventory.
• Manage a team of chefs and kitchen staff to deliver operational excellence, assisting with staff training and scheduling as necessary.
• Collaborate with the Venue & Events Head Chef and Executive Head Chef to develop and execute seasonal menus, showcasing the best British and International cuisine, taking into account Levy’s sustainability pledges and current culinary trends.
• Ensure all dishes are executed to the highest standards of quality, taste and presentation in accordance with food specs and internal culinary guidelines.
• Manage inventory levels, control costs and minimise waste through effective stock management, ordering procedures and portion control.
• Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures to uphold food safety standards, hygiene regulations and consistency across all culinary offerings.
• Make sure all relevant paperwork is completed on a daily basis and any set operational procedures are followed.

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef working within stadiums/events/premium restaurants.
• Strong ability to lead, motivate, and develop a kitchen brigade, deputising effectively for the Head Chef.
• Skilled in managing kitchen operations efficiently on both matchdays and weekdays, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Experience in delivering high-end, innovative menus that align with brand standards and guest expectations.
• In-depth knowledge of food hygiene standards (e.g., HACCP), allergen management, and health & safety regulations.
• Clear and professional communication with front-of-house teams, suppliers, and kitchen staff.
• Experience in stock control, waste reduction, and supporting budget management.
• A genuine enthusiasm for delivering memorable food experiences and contributing to a legendary venue atmosphere.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainable kitchen practices, including sourcing local and seasonal ingredients, reducing food waste, promoting low-carbon menus, and actively supporting Levy UK’s Net Zero 2027 goals.

What you’ll get in return:

• Competitive salary of £40,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Pension scheme & life assurance.
• 23 days + Bank Holidays and an additional day to take your birthday off.
• Healthcare benefits including dental, optical, therapy treatments & free annual healthcare checks.
• Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site which includes discounts such as Vodafone discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off Pure Gym memberships, travel, shopping and more.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• On-going training & development through our career pathway programmes.
• Professional subscriptions paid.
• Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Competitive and supportive family benefits including 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back.
• Day off for baby's first birthday.