Head Chef and Catering Operations Manager

Live Nation Entertainment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Nation Entertainment seeks a Head Chef and Catering Operations Manager for the Utilita Arena Cardiff. This pivotal role involves managing all culinary aspects, curating menus, and leading a diverse team. Candidates must have strong catering experience, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality food and service.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in developing menus and new catering offerings.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation regarding food.
• Proven ability to manage a team in a large catering setup.

Responsibilities

• Manage culinary experiences at Utilita Arena Cardiff.
• Recruit and develop catering and kitchen staff.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Strong experience in multi-faceted catering environment

Leadership qualities

Attention to detail

Education

Food hygiene qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Head Chef and Catering Operations Manager, Cardiff

Client:

Live Nation Entertainment

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

8278d5e0e22f

Job Views:

6

Posted:

18.07.2025

Expiry Date:

01.09.2025

Job Description:

Description

To manage and develop all aspects of the culinary experience within the Utilita Arena Cardiff.

Curate bespoke menu offerings for our outlets including, but not limited to our L2 Restaurant, Re:Fuel Quick Service food outlet and our selection of corporate, private and hospitality bookings

Be responsible for the recruitment, development and rota of our casual kitchen, catering and waiting team.

Ensuring that the purchase, storage, production and service is to the highest standard and in line with the clients’ requirements, whilst ensuring that maximum profitability is met and that all controls that are required by law are in operation

Take on responsibility for the management of food hygiene and compliance for all food outlets

Who you are

• Strong experience of working in a multi- facetted catering environment
• Large volume catering experience providing high quality products
• Experience in developing menus, offerings and new products
• Proven ability to plan /cost and execute a wide variety of menus in different styles in keeping with prevailing trends
• Knowledge of food safety / health and safety legislation / allergens including food hygiene qualification
• Proven ability to manage a successful team within a large multi-departmental structure
• Ability to work with other in-house teams to offer bespoke options in line with client requirements
• Industry awareness
• Proficient in the use of MS Office

Behaviours

The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success

• Ability to adapt approach to fit with developing business needs
• Creative in thinking and approach
• Strong leadership qualities
• Attention to detail and calm under pressure
• Ability to work to strict pressured deadlines
• Desire to develop & expand catering offering in the venue

What the role includes

• To ensure the highest standards of food production and presentation at all times
• To ensure implementation of operational standards including supply, purchasing, preparation, production and service, ensuring that all associated health and safety due diligence requirements are met
• To ensure that the control and accounting procedures required are managed and met
• To be fully conversant with food costing, gross profits, p/l accounts
• To play a key role in developing all aspects of the venues catering offering by working closely with the relevant departmental heads to achieve enhanced reputation and increased sales across the venue portfolio
• Work towards meeting and exceeding financial targets designated by senior management
• To recruit all staff needed to run the kitchen and areas under your management (including L2 Restaurant) and carry out inductions into the department in line with company policy, recording all training given
• To be fully conversant with and be able to implement the required standards of Hygiene to comply with EHO audits thereby achieving the required standards of Hygiene and Cleanliness in all food production areas, using products and cleaning schedules as required

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday 21st July 2025. We reserve the right to close applications at anytime.

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Created on 18/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom