Retail Head Chef - Chelsea FC

Levy UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Levy UK as a Retail Head Chef at Chelsea Football Club, where you'll lead dynamic kitchens, deliver exceptional food experiences, and create memorable matchday moments. This role requires a passionate leader with experience in high-volume kitchens and a commitment to sustainability.

Benefits

Pension scheme & life assurance

23 days + Bank Holidays

Healthcare benefits

Ongoing training and career development

Family benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-volume, fast-paced kitchens.
• Commitment to sustainable kitchen practices.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of 4 across multiple retail kitchens.
• Developing exciting, crowd-pleasing menus.
• Championing health, safety, and food hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Team Building

Food Hygiene

Job description

Retail Head Chef - Chelsea Football Club

Role in a nutshell.

Levy UK is the official catering partner to Chelsea Football Club, responsible for catering across the Chelsea FC estate, including Stamford Bridge stadium, Chelsea FC’s training facility in Cobham, and Kingsmeadow Women’s stadium in Kingston.

Levy UK at Chelsea FC caters to approximately 1.15 million fans annually, providing catering services across 43 public outlets, 58 boxes, and 20 suites on match days. Over 1,000 corporate and private events are held at Stamford Bridge each year, along with a growing range of catering solutions across the business.

Bring the Heat to the Home of the Blues!

At Levy UK, we serve more than food — we serve passion, pace, and unforgettable matchday moments. As the culinary powerhouse behind Chelsea Football Club, we deliver bold flavors, high energy, and fast service to thousands of fans at Stamford Bridge every game.

We’re seeking a Retail Head Chef to lead our dynamic retail kitchens — someone who thrives under pressure, leads by example, and consistently delivers exceptional food at scale.

This is Stamford Bridge — a stadium rich in history, fueled by fans, and driven by culinary excellence. You will be at the heart of delivering high-quality, high-volume food experiences that enhance the matchday atmosphere.

What you’ll be responsible for:

1. Leading a team of 4 across multiple retail kitchens on matchdays and event days
2. Driving food quality, speed, and consistency under pressure
3. Developing exciting, crowd-pleasing menus with a street food edge and stadium vibe
4. Training, mentoring, and energizing kitchen teams to deliver Levy magic
5. Collaborating with operations and culinary teams to meet targets without compromising flavor
6. Championing health, safety, and food hygiene standards at all times

What we’re looking for:

1. A passionate, people-focused Head Chef or ambitious Sous Chef ready for the step up
2. Proven experience managing high-volume, fast-paced kitchens, ideally in events, stadiums, or large-scale hospitality
3. Creative flair and commercial awareness — understanding what sells and how to serve it quickly
4. Strong leadership and team-building skills — calm under pressure and in chaos
5. A hands-on leader who works from the line, not the office
6. Commitment to sustainable kitchen practices, including sourcing local and seasonal ingredients, reducing waste, promoting low-carbon menus, and supporting Levy UK’s Net Zero 2027 goals

What you’ll get in return:

1. Competitive salary of £50,000 per annum, depending on experience
2. Pension scheme & life assurance
3. 23 days + Bank Holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday
4. Healthcare benefits including dental, optical, therapy treatments, and free annual health checks
5. Exclusive benefits & wellbeing discounts, including Vodafone, Nuffield Health, and Pure Gym memberships
6. Holiday purchase scheme
7. Ongoing training and career development programs
8. Paid professional subscriptions
9. Financial wellbeing programs and salary finance rates
10. Employee Assistance Programme
11. Family benefits, including 2 days additional leave after maternity leave and a day off for your baby's first birthday

We are Levy.

Levy is about elevating experiences — a global hospitality partner committed to unforgettable guest experiences that prioritize people and the planet.

Trusted by iconic venues worldwide, Levy leads with innovation, seamless operations, show-stopping menus, and exceptional service, all while minimizing environmental impact and supporting local communities.

We are a diverse team dedicated to making the planet better for future generations.