Lead Chef – Wembley Stadium Event Kitchen

Delaware North at Wembley Stadium; Wembley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Casual shifts including evenings and &

Free meal on event days

Experience at major events

Job summary

Delaware North UK at Wembley Stadium is seeking a Lead Chef to head a kitchen section, mentor junior chefs and deliver fine dining experiences during peak events. You will drive collaboration with the team, ensuring consistency and high quality in menu offerings, with a strong focus on premium ingredients and seasonal produce.

The role requires leadership and hands-on cooking at a high pace, with flexibility for evenings and weekends to match major events and match days.

Qualifications

• No degree required.
• Minimum Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Proven experience as a Senior Chef, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, or Junior Sous Chef in fine dining, luxury hospitality or premium restaurant environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a kitchen section during high-volume service.
• Mentor Junior Chefs to support development.
• Craft fine dining menu offerings using premium ingredients and seasonal produce.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety HACCP, food hygiene, licensing laws and trading standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Plating presentation

Organization

Working under pressure

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Delaware North UK at Wembley Stadium is seeking a Lead Chef to head a kitchen section, mentor junior chefs and deliver fine dining experiences during peak events. You will drive collaboration with the team, ensuring consistency and high quality in menu offerings, with a strong focus on premium ingredients and seasonal produce.

The role requires leadership and hands-on cooking at a high pace, with flexibility for evenings and weekends to match major events and match days.