Sous Chef - Allianz Stadium (Twickenham)

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading catering company as a Sous Chef at Twickenham Stadium, where you'll lead a dynamic kitchen team, ensuring exceptional food quality and presentation. With a focus on sustainability and high standards, you will manage kitchen operations and contribute to menu development for various events. Enjoy competitive benefits and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Healthcare & Wellbeing

Exclusive Perks & Discounts

Workplace Benefits

Leave & Family Support

Career & Financial Support

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail in food preparation.
• Strong leadership abilities to inspire the kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in delivering culinary experiences.
• Manage kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence.
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and hygiene standards.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Job description

Sous Chef - Twickenham

£39,359 (basic) per annum, plus benefits

At Levy, we’re proud to be the official catering partner of Twickenham Stadium, managing all food and beverage services from public concessions to premium hospitality suites. Known for high-end, sustainable, and locally-sourced menus, Levy offers everything from quick match-day food and drink to fine dining experiences for members and corporate events. We emphasize sustainability through initiatives like reducing single-use plastics, using seasonal British produce, and minimizing food waste, enhancing the stadium experience year-round..

About the role:

As Sous Chef at Twickenham, you will play a key leadership role within the kitchen team, supporting the Head Chef in delivering exceptional culinary experiences across a range of events — from match days and banquets to high-profile corporate functions. You will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene while helping to inspire, train, and motivate the brigade. Working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, you will contribute to menu development, manage kitchen operations in the Head Chef’s absence, and ensure that all culinary outputs reflect Twickenham’s reputation for excellence.

Duties:

• Treat colleagues respectfully, support team spirit, and assist both permanent and temporary staff.
• Attend training courses for personal and professional growth.
• Work flexibly across units, respond to business needs, and represent the company professionally.
• Maintain hygiene, grooming, uniform, and kitchen cleanliness to company standards.
• Prepare food according to company specifications and assist with ISO documentation.
• Manage kitchen operations and team in the absence of Senior Sous Chef, ensuring smooth workflow.
• Ensure food is cooked, served safely, and efficiently, following health and safety standards.
• Accept deliveries, monitor quality, minimize waste, and meet customer needs as requested.

Who you are:

• Exceptional Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Foster clear and effective communication within the kitchen and with all team members to ensure smooth operations and a positive work environment.
• Meticulous Attention to Detail: Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to quality and precision in every dish, elevating the overall guest experience with every plate served.
• Building Strong Relationships: Cultivate strong, respectful, and collaborative relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and guests. Deliver a service that not only meets but exceeds expectations, creating lasting impressions and fostering team cohesion.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Thrive in dynamic environments, quickly responding to changes with a proactive mindset. Embrace new challenges and continuously seek ways to innovate and improve.
• Integrity & Accountability: Uphold the highest standards of personal and professional ethics. Be a role model in honesty, responsibility, and reliability, taking ownership of actions and outcomes.
• Leadership & Development: Exhibit a natural ability to lead, inspire, and support a diverse team. Take initiative in developing new skills and expanding your expertise to grow with the business.
• Client-Focused Approach: Skillfully identify and clarify customer requirements, ensuring that every dish meets their expectations while maintaining the restaurant’s vision and standards.
• Time Management & Deadline Oriented: Manage multiple tasks efficiently, meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards even under pressure.

Benefits:

• Healthcare & Wellbeing – Medicash health benefits (including dental, mental health & optical for you and up to 4 children), free annual health check with Aviva Digicare, discounts at Nuffield Health & Pure Gym, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Exclusive Perks & Discounts – Save on entertainment (up to 55% off cinema tickets), shopping (up to 15% off), Vodafone plans, and travel with top providers such as TUI & Expedia.
• Workplace Benefits – Meals on duty, pension scheme, life assurance, and professional subscriptions paid.
• Leave & Family Support – 23 days + bank holidays, your birthday off, extra leave after maternity return, a day off for your baby’s 1st birthday, and a holiday purchase scheme.
• Career & Financial Support – Ongoing training & development, career pathways, financial wellbeing programme, and preferred rates on salary finance products.

Who are Levy?

Levy, part of Compass Group, known for delivering exceptional food, drink, and hospitality experiences at world-renowned venues such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, and Tottenham Hotspur. Focused on sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, Levy prides itself on using sustainably sourced ingredients and providing outstanding service. The company is committed to achieving Net Zero by 2027, partnering with the British Paralympic Association, and ensuring all team members earn at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.

Why Join Us?

At Levy UK & Ireland, we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion, valuing every individual’s unique strengths. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and success. We promote fairness, ensure all voices are heard, and provide equal opportunities for all.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, equitable workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute. Together, we achieve greatness.