Lead Chef

Sodexo Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Over 18s: £18-£20

Flexible working

Match Days and Non-Match Days (C&E)

Job summary

Sodexo Group is seeking a Lead Chef for Brighton & Hove FC, to lead the kitchen team during matchdays and events. You’ll cook to high standards, ensure hygiene, and manage service flow with the front-of-house team.

The role requires leadership, strong organisation, and the ability to perform under pressure in busy stadium and hospitality environments. Evening and weekend availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Chef or senior kitchen experience in fast-paced hospitality.
• Experience in stadiums, events, or catering environments.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Ability to stay calm under busy service periods.
• Knowledge of food safety, allergens and hygiene regulations.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification.
• Flexible and reliable; avail evenings, weekends and event days.
• Ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards of presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the kitchen team during service periods and events.
• Prepare, cook, and present food to company and venue standards.
• Ensure all food safety, allergen, and hygiene procedures are followed at all times.
• Monitor food quality, consistency, and portion control.
• Manage kitchen setup, service, and close-down procedures.
• Work closely with management and front-of-house teams to deliver excellent guest experiences.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Lead by example with professionalism, teamwork, and communication.

Skills

Chef experience

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Calm under pressure

Food safety knowledge

Flexible availability

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Job introduction

We’re experience makers.

And food fanatics.

And we’re hiring Lead Chefs to join the team at Brighton & Hove FC.

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive. Because at Sodexo Live! We’re so much more.

Be part of something greater.

This opportunity will be to join the team for the 2026/27 Football Season. With the opportunity to work at Matchdays and Non matchdays, this is a great opportunity for driven individuals to succeed in a fast and innovative catering facility.

The successful candidate will lead by example, ensuring high standards of food quality, hygiene, presentation, and team performance are maintained at all times.

This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent organisation, and the ability to work efficiently during busy matchdays, conferences and hospitality events.

What you'll do

• Lead and support the kitchen team during service periods and event operations
• Prepare, cook, and present food to company and venue standards
• Ensure all food safety, allergen, and hygiene procedures are followed at all times
• Monitor food quality, consistency, and portion control
• Manage kitchen setup, service, and close-down procedures
• Work closely with management and front-of-house teams to deliver excellent guest experiences
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Lead by example with professionalism, teamwork, and communication

What you'll bring

• Previous experience within a chef or senior kitchen role
• Experience working within fast-paced hospitality, stadium, events, or catering environments
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Ability to remain calm under pressure during busy service periods
• Good knowledge of food safety, allergens, and hygiene regulations
• Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification
• Flexible and reliable with availability to work evenings, weekends, and event days
• Ability to motivate and develop team members
• Strong attention to detail and high standards of presentation

Why Sodexo?

• Over 18’s: £18 - £20
• Flexible working
• Match Days and Non-Match Days (C&E Events) which includes evening & weekend shifts