Casual Matchday Chef

Sodexo; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Sodexo Live! at St James' Park as a Chef for the upcoming season, where you will prepare and serve food items in a dynamic catering environment. Bring your culinary experience and passion for customer service, and enjoy unrivaled opportunities for career development within a leading food and facilities management company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef required.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene standards.
• Flexible working patterns valued.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve all food items as per specifications.
• Conduct pre-service checks of the kitchen.
• Maintain food quality and safety standards.

Skills

Food hygiene standards

Food preparation

Customer service

Job description

We're experience makers.

And food fanatics. And we're hiring.

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 something greater.

This is an incredible opportunity to join our team at Sodexo Live! at St James' Park, Newcastle United Football Club for the 2025/26 season. Following our biggest season yet, we are looking to start the upcoming season where we left off.

With opportunities to work at both Matchday and Non-Matchday Events, this is a great chance for driven individuals to succeed in a fast-paced and innovative catering environment. Join a world-leading food and facilities management company that offers unrivalled career progression opportunities.

We are seeking customer-focused individuals who want to be part of something greater.

If this describes you, apply now to join our team.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve all products and food items according to pre-agreed specifications.
• Conduct pre-service checks of the kitchen, ensuring all items are checked and accounted for 4 hours prior to the match, including starters, soups, mains, desserts, cheese boards, pies, and peas.
• Ensure all food items for service are present, portion-controlled, and prepared as per Head & Executive Chefs' instructions.
• Use equipment correctly and adhere to safety guidelines.
• Maintain the quality of food preparation, production, and presentation within the venue.
• Follow standards specified by the Executive Head Chef.
• Keep preparation areas clean and organized at all times.
• Maintain a professional appearance in kitchens and public areas.
• Complete post-service cleanup as per procedures.
• Attend all necessary training sessions.
• Ensure all food is hot, well-presented, and served on time.
• Follow Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations at all times, completing and returning all regulation forms.
• Minimize wastage.
• Return all foodstuffs to the production kitchen after service.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a Chef.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene standards.
• Flexible working patterns.

About The Company

Sodexo Live!

We're Experience Makers.
And go-getters, food enthusiasts, and community pillars.

At Sodexo Live!, build a career where every day is anything but normal. Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, background, and passion for delighting others. In return, we'll support your growth.

We belong to a team that feels like family, act with purpose, be inclusive, thrive in your career, and be live in the moment creating memorable experiences.

After giving your best, you'll return home knowing you've played a part in creating unforgettable moments.
Because at Sodexo Live! we're so much more.

Be part of something greater.

Why choose Sodexo Live!?

We believe in making every moment count—for our guests and our team members. We take pride in delivering exceptional events at prestigious venues worldwide, making each event a positive story. Whether at sports venues, cultural sites, corporate events, or social functions, you will be immersed in the action. As part of Sodexo Live!, you belong to something greater, bringing people together and making a positive impact on communities through shared experiences. You will gain skills for a long-term career in an inclusive team that embraces the moment.

Globally, Sodexo Live! contributes to events like Royal Ascot, the Tour de France, the Rugby World Cup, and the Paris 2024 Games. We showcase venues such as the Eiffel Tower Restaurants, Bateaux Parisiens, Yachts de Paris, the Royal Academy of Arts in London, the Museo del Prado in Madrid, the Hard Rock Stadium, the Scottish National Gallery, and the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.

In the UK, venues include Fulham FC, the ACC Liverpool, and Edinburgh's Signet Library.

Sodexo Live! is part of Sodexo, serving 100 million consumers daily across 56 countries with catering, facilities management, employee benefits, and personal home services. We focus on people's essential needs, aiming to improve quality of life daily. Our tangible improvements impact individuals, society, and the planet. It all starts with everyday actions.