Casual Chefs

Sodexo; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Sodexo Live! at Nottingham Forest Football Club invites a Chef to join the team for the 2026/27 season. The role supports matchday and non-matchday catering in a fast-paced stadium environment, requiring pride in food quality and safety, and the ability to adapt across multiple areas.

Flexible shifts including evenings and weekends, with opportunities to grow within a leading global experiences company. Join a team dedicated to memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef is required.
• Basic Food Hygiene Level 2.
• Presentable appearance for kitchen and public spaces.
• Adaptable for multi-function areas.

Responsibilities

• Food to be prepared and served according to spec.
• Preparations to be kept clean and tidy.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation, production and presentation.
• Adhere to safety guidelines when using equipment.
• Adhere to company standards and policies.
• Work with Head & Executive chef to ensure food service standards are met.
• Maintain Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures.
• Minimise wastage.

Skills

Previous experience as a Chef

Food hygiene Level 2

Presentable for kitchen/public

Adaptable for multi-function areas

Job description

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• Flexible working - Match Days and Non-Match Days (C&E Events) which includes evening & weekend shifts
• You must be able to provide proof of your right to work when requested.

Job Introduction

We’re experience makers.

And food fanatics.

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 somethinggreater.

We currently have an opportunity for Chefs to join our team at Nottingham Forest Football Club.

This opportunity will be to join the team for the 2026/27 Football Season. With the opportunity to work at Matchdays and Non matchdays, this is a great opportunity for driven individuals to succeed in a fast and innovative catering facility.

Main Responsibilities

Job responsibilities

• Food to be prepared and served according to spec.
• Preparations to be kept clean and tidy.
• Complying to high levels of food preparation, production and presentation within the Stadium.
• Adhere to safety guidelines when using equipment.
• Adhering to company standards and policies.
• Working with the Head & Executive chef to ensure food service standards are meeting their expectations.
• Always Adhering to Food Safety alongside Health & Safety procedures.
• Supporting in minimising wastage

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a Chef required
• Basic Food hygiene knowledge (Level 2)
• Presentable appearance for kitchen and public spaces
• Adaptable for multi-function areas

About The Company

Sodexo Live!

We’re Experience Makers.
And go-getters, fanatic foodies, and community pillars.

AtSodexo Live!build a career where ‘everyday’ is anything but normal. 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.
We Belong to a team that feels like family,ACT with purpose and be inclusive, Thrive in our career, while abletoBe Live in the moment creating exceptional memories.
After giving it all, you’ll return home knowing that you’ve played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.
Because at Sodexo Live!we’re so much more.

Be part of something greater

Why choose Sodexo Live! –

At Sodexo Live! we believe in making every moment count, for the guests we serve and for our team members. We take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet, making every event a positive story worth telling. Whether at high-profile sports venues, cultural destinations, corporate events or once-in-a-lifetime social functions, you won’t just craft the moment… you’ll be immersed in the action. As part of the Sodexo Live! team, you belong to something greater. You bring people together and make a real impact in local communities through the power of shared experiences. You have the opportunity to gain the skills to thrive for a long-term career with a team that is inclusive and always ready to embrace the moment.

Sodexo Live! is part of Sodexo which provides catering, facilities management, employee benefits and personal home services to 100 million consumers daily in 56 countries. At Sodexo we believe in the difference a day makes. That’s why we are proud to focus on people’s essential needs: we see them as key to improve the quality of life. We know that by focusing on the tangible, the real, the concrete improvements, day after day, for millions of people, we have a big impact not only on individuals but also on society and the planet. We believe it all starts with the everyday.