Chef de Partie - Aston Villa FC Training Ground - Men's 1st Team
Job Title: 1st Team Chef de Partie
Responsible to: 1st Team Kitchen Staff
Reports to: Levy Head Chef
Bodymoor Heath Training Ground
Executive Performance Chef, Catering Manager, Head of Nutrition & Performance Nutritionists
A Unique Opportunity: Chef de Partie - Aston Villa Men's First Team
Levy are Aston Villa Football Club's catering and hospitality partner across all our sites. We're seeking an exceptional Chef de Partie to join the performance kitchen that fuels our elite Men's First Team squad, including some of football's brightest stars competing at the highest level of European football.
Working at the heart of our state-of-the-art Bodymoor Heath Training Ground, you'll be integral to our "fresh food first" philosophy, creating innovative dishes that power Champions League performances and Premier League excellence. This isn't just any culinary role - it's an opportunity to impact elite athletic performance through world-class nutrition.
As we celebrate our 150th anniversary, Aston Villa Football Club stands at the pinnacle of English football. Our Men's First Team has qualified for the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League, marking a triumphant return to Europe's most prestigious competition. This follows an exceptional 2023/24 season that saw us secure fourth place in the Premier League and reach the semi-finals of the UEFA Europa Conference League.
Our journey began in 1874, and we've been making history ever since - from helping establish the Football League in 1888 to lifting the European Cup in 1982. Now, as we compete at the highest level of world football, we're writing new chapters in our story.
A cutting-edge performance facility
Working as part of the wider Compass-Levy team, this role offers the unique opportunity to work with elite athletes at the peak of their profession, providing the nutritional foundation for success in the Premier League and Champions League. Prepare and cook high-quality meals under the guidance of the Sous Chef and Head Chef, focusing on nutrition and taste
Take responsibility for a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring all dishes are prepared to the highest standards and in a timely manner
Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation, ensuring consistency and excellence in every dish
Adhere to all health, safety, and hygiene standards in the kitchen, ensuring a clean and safe working environment
Work closely with other kitchen staff, contributing to a positive and productive team atmosphere
Proven experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a similar role
Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as required
Food hygiene L3 or higher