Sous Chef - The Weston Homes Stadium, Peterborough

Levy; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Healthcare

Leave entitlements (23 days + BH)

Meals on duty

Life Assurance

Pension

Wellbeing support

Employee assistance

Staff discounts

Job summary

Levy UK & Ireland is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Head Chef at The Weston Homes Stadium in Peterborough, ensuring high food quality and smooth kitchen operations.

You will lead a kitchen section, manage stock and waste, assist with menu costing and production schedules, and collaborate with front-of-house teams to deliver an exceptional guest experience. The role offers a £40,000 salary plus excellent benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role, with strong operational knowledge and a passion for food and beverage.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead, motivate and inspire teams to achieve business objectives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
• Commercial awareness, with an understanding of financial performance and the impact of business decisions.
• Results-driven, proactive and creative, with the initiative and determination to achieve targets.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to prepare accurate quotes, reports and financial information.
• Good knowledge of health and safety legislation and relevant operational requirements.
• Computer literate, with experience using restaurant and bar management software, and the ability to support, develop and encourage others.

Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent food quality and presentation standards across all stages of preparation and service.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures.
• Prepare and cook sufficient food to meet guest demand while minimising waste and maintaining portion control.
• Ensure all dishes meet required standards for taste, presentation, garnishing and correct food temperatures.
• Manage a designated kitchen section, ensuring efficient service and timely food preparation during busy periods.
• Monitor stock and deliveries, checking product quality and reporting any issues to the Head Chef.
• Support menu planning, costing and production schedules to achieve operational and financial targets.
• Maintain accurate kitchen records, including temperature checks, wastage, cleaning schedules and production paperwork.
• Maintain clean and safe working areas, ensuring equipment is used correctly and all hazards or incidents are reported.
• Support, supervise and guide less experienced kitchen staff, communicating effectively with Front of House and working flexibly across kitchen sections.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Commercial awareness

Results-driven

Numerical skills

Health & safety

Computer literacy

Tools

Restaurant/bar management software

Job description

Sous Chef - The Weston Homes Stadium, Peterborough, PE2 8AL | Full-Time / Permanent

£40,000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.

We're looking for...

A Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in maintaining high food quality standards and ensuring the smooth running of kitchen operations. Responsibilities include food preparation and presentation, menu planning, cost control, stock management, and ensuring compliance with food safety, HACCP and health & safety procedures. The role also involves supervising and developing kitchen team members, maintaining cleanliness and equipment, minimising waste, and working closely with front-of-house teams to deliver an excellent guest experience.

We are Levy

We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet.

Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London we bring experiences to life with passion and precision.

Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities.

We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations.

Sous Chef - The Role

• Maintain consistent food quality and presentation standards across all stages of preparation and service.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures.
• Prepare and cook sufficient food to meet guest demand while minimising waste and maintaining portion control.
• Ensure all dishes meet required standards for taste, presentation, garnishing and correct food temperatures.
• Manage a designated kitchen section, ensuring efficient service and timely food preparation during busy periods.
• Monitor stock and deliveries, checking product quality and reporting any issues to the Head Chef.
• Support menu planning, costing and production schedules to achieve operational and financial targets.
• Maintain accurate kitchen records, including temperature checks, wastage, cleaning schedules and production paperwork.
• Maintain clean and safe working areas, ensuring equipment is used correctly and all hazards or incidents are reported.
• Support, supervise and guide less experienced kitchen staff, communicating effectively with Front of House and working flexibly across kitchen sections.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role, with strong operational knowledge and a passion for food and beverage.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead, motivate and inspire teams to achieve business objectives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
• Commercial awareness, with an understanding of financial performance and the impact of business decisions.
• Results-driven, proactive and creative, with the initiative and determination to achieve targets.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to prepare accurate quotes, reports and financial information.
• Good knowledge of health and safety legislation and relevant operational requirements.
• Computer literate, with experience using restaurant and bar management software, and the ability to support, develop and encourage others.

What You'll Get In Return

• Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits
• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme
• Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
• Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Family benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 2 days additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby's first birthday, enhanced family leave
• Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships
• Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products
• Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways
• Meals on duty included

Why Join Us?

Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.

We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.

Together, we create unforgettable experiences and shape the future of hospitality.

Job Reference: com/0806/72489001/52812416/SU #Levy UK

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!