Casual Chef Venues · Utilita Arena Sheffield

Utilita Arena; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Rate of Pay!

Flexible working arrangements

Paid every 2 weeks

Job summary

Legends Global is seeking talented Casual Chefs to join our culinary team in a busy arena environment. You’ll support hospitality, corporate lounges, private boxes and large events, delivering high-quality food with consistency, speed and professionalism.

Start Date: from the end of August. You’ll have access to brand new equipment in a recently upgraded kitchen, contributing to an exciting new phase of our food operation.

Qualifications

• Previous chef experience in restaurants, catering, or event environments.
• Strong cooking skills and passion for food.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Support hospitality, corporate lounges, private boxes and large‑scale events.
• Deliver high‑quality food with consistency, speed and professionalism.
• Adapt to busy arena environments and varying event needs.

Skills

Chef experience

Cooking under pressure

Food safety

Team player

Education

Culinary qualifications (preferred)

Job description

About Legends Global

Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality.

We take a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences that resonate worldwide.

Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win... we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

The Role:

We’re looking for talented and reliable Casual Chefs to join our culinary team within a busy arena environment. You’ll support hospitality, corporate lounges, private boxes and large-scale events, delivering high-quality food with consistency, speed, and professionalism.

Start Date: We are looking for candidates who are available to start from the end of August.

You’ll also have the opportunity to work with brand new equipment in a recently upgraded kitchen, supporting an exciting new phase of our food operation.

What we're looking for:

• Previous chef experience in restaurants, catering, or event environments.

• Passion for food, strong cooking skills, and the ability to perform under pressure.

• A positive, adaptable, and team-oriented attitude.

• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends (especially matchdays and events).

• Culinary qualifications are a plus – but your talent and attitude matter most.

Recruitment Process:

• Interview at the venue with our Head Chef

What we can Offer:

• Competitive Rate of Pay!

• Flexible working arrangements- you can choose your shift pattern to work around your other commitments, improving your work-life balance.

• Paid every 2 weeks for the shifts you have worked.

• Our casual employees make up the largest part of our workforce, from people across the city, it’s a great place to make friends and socialise in a different environment.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and—where relevant to the role—a basic and enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law, and we will only request information that is necessary for the role.

Inclusive Workplace

At Legends Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our employees, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.

We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.

If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We provide a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.