Chef Of All Grades - Glyndebourne

Equipment Sales & Service Limited.; Kemp Town Estate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious cultural venue in the UK is looking for passionate chefs to join their kitchen team. The position requires collaboration with an award-winning culinary team to create exceptional dining experiences during the Summer Opera Festival. Duties include preparing high-quality dishes, supporting various menu outlets, and maintaining hygiene standards. Flexibility in working hours, including weekends, is essential. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay depending on grade and experience

Weekly paid tronc

Free shuttle bus from Lewes Station

Free onsite parking

Opportunity to work in an iconic cultural venue

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen is advantageous but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and flexibility in working hours is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes.
• Support menu delivery across multiple outlets.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards.

Skills

Team collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Energy and creativity

Job description

Overview

As a chef at Glyndebourne, you will work closely with our Area Chef Steve Groves, Winner of MasterChef: The Professionals and National Chef of the Year, and Executive Head Chef Lee Redman, recently awarded Compass Senior Chef of the Year, along with their senior team, to create an exceptional dining experience worthy of this iconic venue. This is a casual position, with hours varying week to week based on business needs. During the Festival we operate seven days a week, so flexibility is essential, including weekend work. The role includes preparing and cooking high-quality dishes, supporting menu delivery across multiple outlets, maintaining excellent standards of hygiene and food safety, and working closely with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure a seamless guest experience. Duties will be matched to your skills, experience, and level of expertise.

Responsibilities

We are looking for passionate, hardworking individuals with energy, creativity, and a positive, can-do attitude. You will be able to work calmly under pressure, collaborate effectively in a team, and take pride in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. Previous experience in a professional kitchen is advantageous but not essential, as training will be provided.

About Glyndebourne

Glyndebourne Opera House, set in the beautiful Sussex countryside, is one of the world's most iconic cultural venues, renowned for its opera, elegant dining, and famous summer picnics. Dining at Glyndebourne delivers high-quality hospitality across restaurants, bars, private dining spaces and outdoor catering. We are recruiting Chefs of all grades to join our kitchen team for the Summer Opera Festival, running from May to August 2026. Part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, Restaurant Associates is proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to supporting and developing our people.

Benefits

• Competitive pay depending on grade and experience
• Weekly paid tronc
• Free shuttle bus from Lewes Station
• Free onsite parking
• The opportunity to work in Chef Steve Groves' restaurant and across Glyndebourne's kitchens at one of the UK's most iconic cultural venues