Head Chef – No.7 Restaurant (Full-time) in Coatbridge

This role will support the Executive Chef & Kitchen team in overseeing the delivery of high quality Food/ Catering and service across all events held in the Number 7 Restaurant at Celtic Park, on both a match day and non-match day.

Key Accountabilities Will Include

• Act as Head Chef for the Number 7 Restaurant on match days and designated events.
• Support the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in the operational management of hospitality services.
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of all match day and event catering operations.
• Lead team briefings on service requirements, food presentation, allergens, cooking techniques, and service standards.
• Ensure consistently high standards of food preparation, presentation, and service.
• Adhere to all food safety, health and safety, and company procedures.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitisation, and hygiene across hospitality areas.
• Monitor and record food temperatures in line with food safety requirements.
• Lead the efficient cleaning and breakdown of kitchen areas following service.
• Work effectively to meet operational deadlines and maintain safe working practices.
• Support the Executive Chef in creating a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.
• Recognise and celebrate team and individual achievements.
• Work alongside HR to support colleague wellbeing and maintain open communication.
• Ensure fair allocation of duties and responsibilities across the catering team.
• Promote colleague health and wellbeing in all tasks, processes, and communications.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships across all Club departments.
• Complete all required food safety documentation accurately and on time.
• Act as the first point of contact for restaurant staff queries and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Essential

• Food Safety Level 2
• At least 3 years' experience working within a similar role (preferably within stadia)
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate a team using a hands-on approach, while always leading by example
• Effective menu creation and planning
• Prepare, cook and deliver to a high standard, in line with customer expectations and experience
• A good understanding of food allergens and labelling
• A good understanding of all kitchen procedures, food safety paperwork and recording wastage
• Experienced in identifying and implementing creative solutions
• Strong communicator, both verbal and written
• Proven people management skills
• Strong coaching skills, with a proven record of developing staff
• Extensive experience working in a busy, pressurised environment
• A flexible approach to working, with an ability to facilitate change
• Demonstrable leadership skills and an effective communicator to motivate a high-performing team
• Task-orientated and proactive, with the ability to plan effectively
• Ability to manage and work as part of a team, using initiative
• Able to problem-solve and prioritise own and other staff members' workloads
• Empathetic and approachable, with excellent listening and judgement skills
• To have strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to work with discretion and maintain high levels of confidentiality at all times
• Time management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise in a pressurised environment while working to deadlines
• Relationship management
• Coaching and developing others
• Personal accountability

Desirable

• Food safety Level 3
• Experience of developing collaborative relationships with all staff
• Held senior role in a previous position

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings and match days

Club Benefits

• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance, pension and holiday buy scheme
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Access to our colleagues benefits & discount platform
• Regular colleague social events
• Subsidised on-site canteen
• Free parking
• Staff retail discount on Celtic & Adidas merchandise
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings and match days