Head Chef

Swindon Town F.C.; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Swindon Town FC is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the training-ground kitchen for the First Team, Academy and staff at the training ground.

You will develop balanced, performance-focused menus with the Performance Nutritionist, lead matchday hospitality for up to 300 covers, manage food safety and allergens, source ingredients, control budgets and lead the kitchen team with rosters and training.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as Head Chef or senior kitchen leader.
• Knowledge of performance nutrition and specialist diets.
• Track record of leading a team and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all training-ground food provision for the First Team, Academy and staff.
• Develop balanced, performance-focused menus with the Performance Nutritionist.
• Lead matchday hospitality catering of up to 300 covers, and cater for club events.
• Lead food safety, hygiene and allergen management.
• Source quality ingredients, manage budgets and stock, and minimise waste.
• Lead, develop and manage the kitchen team, including rotas and training.

Skills

Head Chef Experience

Budget Management

Team Leadership

Food Safety & Hygiene

Nutrition Knowledge

Matchday Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate

Job description

The Role

You will deliver high-quality, nutritious food for the First Team and Academy at the training ground, alongside matchday hospitality catering (up to 300 covers) and food for club events, working closely with the club’s Performance Nutritionist and Performance Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all training-ground food provision for the First Team, Academy and staff
• Develop balanced, performance-focused menus with the Performance Nutritionist
• Lead matchday hospitality catering of up to 300 covers, and cater for club events
• Lead food safety, hygiene and allergen management
• Source quality ingredients, manage budgets and stock, and minimise waste
• Lead, develop and manage the kitchen team, including rotas and training

About You

• Significant experience as a Head Chef or in senior kitchen leadership
• Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate
• A track record of leading a team and managing budgets
• Knowledge of specialist, cultural and religious diets and of performance nutrition
• Flexible to work early starts, matchdays, evenings and weekends
• Enhanced DBS check required

Key Details

• Location: Swindon Town FC, Swindon
• Contract: Permanent, full time
• Closing date: 23 November 2026