Executive Chef - SEC Glasgow

Compass Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at the Scottish Event Campus in Glasgow. The ideal candidate will have progressive culinary experience and a passion for food innovation. Responsibilities include menu development, kitchen management, and team mentorship. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the dining experience for high-profile events in a vibrant venue, with a commitment to sustainability and quality service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior leadership culinary role is essential.
• Manage large-scale catering operations across multiple venues.
• Passion for quality food and guest experience is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary services across multiple outlets.
• Develop innovative menus for various events.
• Manage kitchen operations and ensure food safety standards.
• Collaborate with planners for seamless event experiences.
• Mentor a high-performing culinary team.
• Drive financial performance and maintain supplier relationships.

Skills

Progressive culinary experience

Leadership skills

Food innovation

Stakeholder management

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Job description

Overview

At the heart of Scotland's live entertainment scene lies the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) - home to the world-renowned OVO Hydro, SEC Armadillo, and SEC Centre. Welcoming over 1.1 million guests annually, the SEC is one of Europes most prestigious venues where unforgettable moments come alive every day.

Levy UK - the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company - is seeking a forward-thinking Venue Director to lead and innovate the food and beverage experience at this iconic venue.

At Levy UK + Ireland, we don't just serve food - we deliver legendary experiences. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, including Wimbledon, Twickenham, Tottenham Hotspur, Principality Stadium, ExCel London, and, of course, the SEC.

We're culinary champions passionate about sustainably sourced food and drink paired with exceptional service, all focused on creating legendary experiences. Sustainability, wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of everything we do. We're committed to reaching Net Zero by 2027, proudly partner with the British Paralympic Association, and pay all team members at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.

We're seeking an experienced and talented Executive Chef to oversee all culinary operations across the iconic Scottish Event Campus (SEC) - including the SEC Centre, SEC Armadillo, OVO Hydro, and the Clydebuilt Bar & Kitchen. This is a pivotal role encompassing retail, conference, exhibition, and live event catering, delivering exceptional food experiences at one of the UK's most prestigious event destinations.

As Executive Chef, you'll lead the end-to-end culinary strategy, from designing creative, high-impact menus to managing kitchen operations and inspiring a skilled culinary team. You'll work closely with event organisers and internal stakeholders to align menus with event themes while ensuring quality, sustainability, and operational excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Leading all culinary services across retail outlets, banqueting, hospitality suites, and Clydebuilt Bar & Kitchen
• Developing and executing innovative menus for diverse audiences and events
• Managing kitchen operations, food safety standards, and sustainability practices
• Collaborating with planners and stakeholders to ensure a seamless event experience
• Mentoring and developing a high-performing culinary team
• Driving financial performance and supplier relationships

What You'll Need

• Progressive culinary experience in a senior leadership role
• Experience managing large-scale catering operations across multiple venues
• Passion for food innovation, quality, and guest experience
• Excellent leadership, financial, and stakeholder management skills
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends in line with event schedules

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to shape the culinary vision of one of the UK's most high-profile venues, where no two days--or events--are the same. Be part of delivering unforgettable experiences at the heart of Scotland's entertainment and conference landscape.