Hospitality Head Chef - O2

Compass Group; London; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking an experienced Hospitality Head Chef to lead culinary operations at The O2 Arena in London. This role involves managing recipe specifications across multiple kitchens, driving culinary excellence, and ensuring guest satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have exceptional leadership skills and a passion for food. The position offers a competitive salary of £55,000 plus benefits including healthcare and meals on duty.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits including dental and optical

Meals on duty

Annual healthcare check

Pension scheme and Life Assurance

23 days + bank holidays

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume, fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Ability to develop and plan sustainable, seasonal menus.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations at The O2 Arena.
• Assist in running and developing a talented kitchen team.
• Monitor and manage gross profit.

Skills

Excellent leadership and management skills

Culinary expertise

Financial acumen

Problem-solving and organisational skills

Attention to detail and tenacity

Experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume environment

Job description

Hospitality Head Chef - The O2 Arena
£55,000 per annum + benefits including healthcare, meals on duty, life assurance, and more.

We are looking for an experienced Hospitality Head Chef to lead culinary operations at The O2 Arena. You will be responsible for organising and managing recipe specifications for multiple kitchens in this world-class live concert venue. We seek a Head Chef with a passion for food and a commitment to guest satisfaction.

Who We Are

Levy UK & Ireland, part of Compass Group, the world’s largest catering company, operates at some of the greatest venues globally, delivering exceptional food, drink, and hospitality experiences. We are passionate about culinary excellence, sustainability, wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion.

Hospitality Head Chef - The Role

• Assist in running and developing a talented kitchen team
• Manage the Suites and DOE kitchen efficiently, ensuring quality service
• Monitor and manage GP
• Develop and plan sustainable, seasonal menus
• Inspire, mentor, and recruit team members
• Create and implement audience-specific activation for each event with GP/SKY

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Culinary expertise
• Financial acumen
• Problem-solving and organisational skills
• Attention to detail and tenacity
• Experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume, fast-paced hospitality environment

What You’ll Get in Return

• Healthcare benefits including dental, optical, and therapy treatments (up to 4 dependents)
• Annual healthcare check
• Discounts on entertainment, travel, and shopping
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health & Wellbeing discounts (Nuffield Health, Pure Gym)
• Meals on duty
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance
• 23 days + bank holidays, plus extra days for birthday and holiday purchase
• Additional leave after maternity leave
• Supportive family benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Financial wellbeing programmes

Why Join Us?

At Levy UK & Ireland, we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion, valuing each individual’s strengths. Our team drives creativity, innovation, and success. We are committed to fairness, equality, and providing opportunities for all. Join us in creating a supportive, equitable workplace where everyone can thrive.