Performance Chef: Elite Football Nutrition Lead

Portsmouth Football Club; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Portsmouth Football Club is seeking a Performance Chef to lead kitchen operations at the training ground, delivering nutritious meals for the First team, academy, café and women’s teams. You will work with the Performance Nutritionist to translate dietary plans into high‑quality meals that support training, match demands and individual needs.

The role requires strong leadership, creativity and organisation, with a focus on food safety, budget management and seamless service in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate
• NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery
• Sports Nutrition Qualification
• Enhanced DBS Check required
• Full, clean UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Oversee all food provision at the training ground, including breakfast, lunch, recovery meals and snacks for players and staff.
• Develop menus with the Performance Nutritionist to support training, matchday and recovery needs.
• Cater for allergies, intolerances and dietary requirements while maintaining high quality standards.
• Coordinate pre- and post‑match food for away travel with appropriate guidance.
• Lead on food safety, hygiene and allergen management; maintain records and processes.
• Source high‑quality ingredients, manage budgets and minimise waste.
• Build positive relationships with players and staff to support nutrition and wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Planning

Interpersonal skills

Team management

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate

NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery

Sports Nutrition Qualification

Job description

Portsmouth Football Club is seeking a Performance Chef to lead kitchen operations at the training ground, delivering nutritious meals for the First team, academy, café and women’s teams. You will work with the Performance Nutritionist to translate dietary plans into high‑quality meals that support training, match demands and individual needs.

The role requires strong leadership, creativity and organisation, with a focus on food safety, budget management and seamless service in a fast-paced