Retail Head Chef - Chelsea FC

Compass Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Retail Head Chef to lead a dynamic team at Stamford Bridge. This role involves creating exciting menus, ensuring top-notch food quality, and managing a high-performing brigade during matchdays. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a flair for culinary creativity, this is your chance to shine. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of unforgettable moments at one of the most iconic football venues. Your leadership will make a difference, bringing joy to thousands of fans with every dish served.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Annual healthcare check

Entertainment discounts

Health & Wellbeing discounts

Travel discounts

Shopping discounts

Meals on duty

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

23 days holiday + BH

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchens.
• Strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 4 in multiple kitchens on matchdays.
• Develop exciting menus and ensure food quality under pressure.
• Champion health and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Team Building

Culinary Skills

Food Hygiene Standards

Education

Culinary Degree or Equivalent

Job description

Retail Head Chef - Chelsea FC

• £50,000 per annum
• Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
• Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
• Health & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
• Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
• Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
• Meals on duty
• Vodaphone discounts
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday
• 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back
• Competitive and supportive family benefits
• Day off for baby's first birthday
• Holiday purchase scheme
• On-going training & development and career pathways
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products

Bring the Heat to the Home of the Blues!

At Levy, we're not just about food - we're about passion, pace and unforgettable matchday moments. As the culinary force behind Chelsea FC, we deliver bold flavours, fast service, and epic energy across our retail kitchens every single game.

Now, we're on the hunt for a Retail Head Chef who's ready to lead from the front, fire up the grills, and bring next-level food to thousands of hungry fans.

Levy UK is the official catering partner to Chelsea Football Club responsible for the catering across the Chelsea Football Club estate, including Stamford Bridge stadium, Chelsea FC's training facility in Cobham and Kingsmeadow Women's stadium in Kingston.

This is no ordinary kitchen. This is Stamford Bridge.

Your Matchday Mission:

• Lead a high-performing brigade of 4 across multiple retail kitchens on matchdays and event days
• Drive food quality, speed, and consistency under pressure - no two events are the same
• Develop exciting, crowd-pleasing menus with a street food edge and stadium vibe
• Train, mentor and energise kitchen teams to deliver Levy magic with every dish
• Work closely with operations and culinary teams to hit targets without compromising flavour
• Champion health, safety and food hygiene standards - always

What We're Looking For:

• A passionate, people-focused Head Chef (or ambitious Sous Chef ready for the step up)
• Proven experience running high-volume, fast-paced kitchens - ideally in events, stadiums, or large-scale hospitality
• Creative flair and commercial savvy - you know what sells, and how to deliver it fast
• Strong leadership and team-building skills - cool under pressure, calm in the chaos
• A hands-on approach - this is a role where you lead from the line, not the office

Ready to cook up a storm at Chelsea?

Apply now and be part of the Levy team serving up unforgettable food - and unforgettable moments - at Stamford Bridge.

At Levy, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths, and we are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered.

Our team is a vibrant tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, which enriches our creativity, innovation, and overall success. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities, promoting fairness, and ensuring that all voices are heard.

We firmly believe that a diverse team leads to innovation and creativity. We welcome candidates from all walks of life and backgrounds to join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable work environment where everyone has the chance to excel and collaborate.

Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents. Together, we can achieve greatness.