Stadium Hospitality Lead — Matchday Ops

Sodexo; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo Live! is recruiting a casual Hospitality Manager to support food‑led operations during matchdays and major events at a football stadium. The role focuses on kitchen expediting and ensuring timely, high‑quality service in a fast‑paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring proven hospitality management experience in events, with strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. Availability for all matchdays across the season (Sept 2026 start) is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven hospitality management experience, ideally in high‑volume or events environments.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations and expediting.
• Calm, confident leader with excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen expediting during live service on matchdays and events.
• Coordinate with chefs and front‑of‑house to ensure smooth service flow.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and timing.
• Troubleshoot service issues quickly and calmly.
• Support briefing, team organisation and service standards.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards are followed.

Skills

Hospitality management

High-volume events

Kitchen expediting

Leadership under pressure

Communication

Job description

Sodexo Live! is recruiting a casual Hospitality Manager to support food‑led operations during matchdays and major events at a football stadium. The role focuses on kitchen expediting and ensuring timely, high‑quality service in a fast‑paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring proven hospitality management experience in events, with strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. Availability for all matchdays across the season (Sept 2026 start) is essential.