Casual Matchday Stadium Catering Kitchen Assistant

Sodexo; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Sodexo Live! at St. James' Park, Newcastle United Football Club, is seeking a kitchen assistant to support the Kiosk Cook during matchday operations.

You will help prepare, cook and present menu items, ensuring quality and safety standards are met while delivering a positive guest experience. You will work as part of a small team, staying organised during busy service periods and contributing to efficient stock management and hygiene practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment is essential.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, safety and allergen management.
• Able to support a senior cook and take responsibility when required.
• Capable of working independently and prioritising tasks during busy periods.
• Excellent communication and teamwork to coordinate with front-of-house teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the Kiosk Cook with running the kitchen and coordinating food preparation and service.
• Assist with preparation, cooking and presentation to required standards.
• Take responsibility for duties in the absence of the Kiosk Cook.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served promptly during busy matchday periods.
• Organise kitchen tasks to ensure smooth kiosk operations and stock checks.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen operations

Hygiene & safety

Team player

Work under pressure

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support the Kiosk Cook with running of the kitchen, helping to coordinate food preparation and service throughout matchday.
• Assist with the preparation, cooking and presentation of menu items, ensuring food is produced to the required standards and specifications.
• Take responsibility for food preparation and cooking duties in the absence of the Kiosk Cook, where appropriate and within your level of training.
• Ensure food is prepared and served promptly and efficiently during busy matchday trading periods.
• Help organise and prioritise kitchen tasks to ensure the smooth running of the kiosk operation.
• Monitor food stock levels, assist with stock checks and communicate replenishment requirements to the Kiosk Cook.
• Ensure correct stock rotation, date labelling and food storage procedures are followed at all times.
• Maintain accurate food temperature checks and ensure food is cooked, stored and held safely in line with food safety requirements.
• Follow all food hygiene, allergen management and health and safety procedures.
• Ensure food preparation areas, cooking equipment and kitchen workstations are kept clean, tidy and organised throughout service.
• Assist with checking stock and ensuring products are stored correctly and safely.
• Help minimise food waste through effective preparation, portion control and stock management.
• Support and guide other kitchen and kiosk colleagues, promoting good working practices and teamwork.
• Communicate effectively with the Kiosk Cook and front of house team to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
• Report any equipment faults, maintenance issues or food safety concerns promptly.
• Assist with kitchen opening, preparation, closing and end-of-service cleaning duties.
• Maintain a professional attitude and represent the stadium and club positively at all times.

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.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, catering or food preparation environment is essential
• A good understanding of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, food safety, allergen management and health and safety procedures.
• Confident supporting a senior cook and able to take responsibility for kitchen duties when required.
• Able to work independently, use initiative and help organise kitchen tasks during busy service periods.
• A strong team player who can support, motivate and work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Well organised, proactive and able to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Takes pride in producing quality food and maintaining high standards of presentation and consistency.
• Good understanding of stock rotation, food storage, temperature control and waste management.
• Able to remain calm and work efficiently under pressure, particularly during peak matchday periods.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work closely with both kitchen and front of house teams.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking, with a positive and hands-on approach.
• Flexible and available to work matchdays, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Willing to support all areas of the kiosk operation and adapt to the changing demands of matchday.
• Professional in their approach, with a strong commitment to maintaining high standards and delivering an excellent food experience for supporters.

About the opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Sodexo Live! at St. James' Park, Newcastle United Football Club.

With the opportunity to work at both Matchday and Non-Matchday Events, this is a great opportunity for driven individuals to succeed in a fast and innovative catering facility. We are looking for outstanding customer focused individuals to join a world leading food and facilities management company, which can offer unrivalled opportunities for career progression.

Sodexo Live!

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. Globally Sodexo Live! contributes to the success of events such as Royal Ascot, the Tour de France, the Rugby World Cup and showcases exceptional 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.

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.