Hospitality Head Chef | AELTC Wimbledon

Levy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Healthcare & wellbeing

Mental health support

Family benefits

Discounts

Pension

Job summary

Levy is the official caterer at Wimbledon, delivering premium hospitality for The Championships. We seek a passionate Head Chef to lead high-volume culinary operations, craft innovative menus, and mentor a talented team in a fast-paced, guest-centric environment.

The role emphasizes creativity, sustainability, and strong leadership to elevate dining experiences at a world-class venue.

Qualifications

• Experience of high-volume event, premium hospitality, multi-outlet or large-scale catering operations.
• Strong influencing, coaching and people development skills.
• Independent person who demonstrates initiative.
• Proactive, positive individual able to quickly build partnership relationships with key stakeholders and work as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Own the culinary vision for The Championships’ Hospitality operation, creating innovative menus and standout dining concepts.
• Lead the full culinary journey from menu development and tastings through mobilisation, live event delivery and post-event review.
• Bring creativity to every plate, developing exciting dishes with detailed recipes, flavour profiles and compelling descriptions.
• Champion seasonality and sustainability, sourcing quality, local and sustainable ingredients.
• Use insight to optimise menus, sales mix, stock levels and waste across Hospitality areas.
• Create efficient production schedules balancing quality, time, storage and cost.
• Set and maintain exceptional standards, ensuring kitchens have equipment and resources.
• Benchmark guest feedback and trends to evolve the offer.
• Lead from the front during The Championships, ensuring flawless food quality and presentation.
• Inspire and deliver through people, leading culinary projects and teams.

Skills

Leadership

High-volume events

People development

Strategic thinking

Trend awareness

Job description

Hospitality Head Chef - AELTC Wimbledon, London | Full-Time / Permanent

Up to £60,000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.

We’re seeking a passionate and creative Hospitality Head Chef to bring their expertise in high-end culinary operations to the talented team at Wimbledon Food & Drink— the official caterer at The All-England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC), one of the world’s most prestigious sporting venues.

This is a unique opportunity to bring your high-level thinking, creative menu execution, inspirational leadership, and exceptional client relationship skills to an exciting Head Chef role at the forefront of large-scale event catering and innovation.

We’re looking for a Head Chef who can push culinary boundaries, champion sustainability, and deliver the very best in modern dining to create unforgettable food experiences for guests at The Championships.

We are Levy

We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet.

Trusted by some of the world’s most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events, from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London, we bring experiences to life with passion and precision.

Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities.

We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations.

Hospitality Head Chef - The role

• Own the culinary vision for The Championships’ Hospitality operation, creating innovative menus and standout dining concepts.
• Lead the full culinary journey from menu development and tastings through mobilisation, live event delivery and post‑event review.
• Bring creativity to every plate, developing exciting dishes with detailed recipes, flavour profiles and compelling descriptions.
• Champion seasonality and sustainability, working closely with purchasing to source quality, local and sustainable ingredients.
• Use insight and data to optimise menus, sales mix, stock levels and waste across Hospitality areas.
• Master the detail behind the scenes, creating efficient production schedules that balance quality, time, storage and cost.
• Set and maintain exceptional standards, ensuring every kitchen has the equipment, resources and specifications needed to deliver.
• Stay ahead of the curve, benchmarking guest feedback, food trends and industry innovation to continually evolve the offer.
• Lead from the front during The Championships, working alongside chefs and managers to ensure flawless food quality and presentation.
• Inspire and deliver through people, leading culinary projects, supporting teams and creating a culture of collaboration, excellence and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience of high-volume event, premium hospitality, multi-outlet or large-scale catering operations
• Strong influencing, coaching and people development skills
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Independent person who demonstrates initiative
• Is excited about food and has their finger on the pulse of current trends
• Proactive, positive individual able to quickly build partnership relationships with key stakeholders and work as a team player
• Ability to drive through change
• Has a commercial approach and inquisitive nature
• Ability to influence and operate at all levels
• Able to problem solve and make balanced business decision

What You’ll Get In Return

• Competitive salary and full company benefits
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme
• Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
• Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Family benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 2 days' additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby's first birthday, enhanced family leave
• Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships
• Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products
• Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways
• Meals on duty included

Why join us?

Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.

We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.

Together, we create unforgettable experiences, and shape the future of hospitality.