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Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands.
We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white‑label approach.
Our network of 400 venues worldwide hosts 20,000 events and entertains 200 million guests each year, powered by deep expertise across every component—feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world‑class live events and venues.
The Legends Global culture is built on respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career.
About the Role
As our Executive Chef, you will oversee all culinary operations within the venue, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and service. You will lead the kitchen team in developing and executing innovative menus that align with the venue’s brand and guest expectations.
This is an exciting, strategic role in which you will be accountable for cost control, food safety compliance, and staff training and development. Your mission is to play a key role in delivering a memorable dining experience that enhances the overall success and reputation of the venue.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and implement creative, seasonal, and cost‑effective menus tailored to the venue’s clientele and event types, ensuring consistency with the venue’s brand and culinary vision.
* Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, hygiene, and timely service for all events, functions, and à‑la‑carte services.
* Lead, train, and mentor the culinary team, fostering a positive kitchen culture focused on collaboration, high performance, and professional growth.
* Ensure strict adherence to food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and occupational health and safety requirements across all culinary operations.
* Manage food and labour costs through inventory control, waste reduction, portion management, and vendor negotiation to maximise profitability without compromising quality.
* Work closely with the events and front‑of‑house teams to ensure seamless execution of large‑scale events, adapting menus and service styles as needed.
We Are Looking For Someone With
* Formal culinary training with a recognised qualification.
* Experience in a senior culinary leadership role, ideally within a high‑volume venue, hotel, resort, or event‑driven environment.
* Proven track record of designing and delivering high‑quality, diverse menus across multiple event types.
* Strong background in kitchen financial management, including food costing, budgeting, and supplier negotiation.
* Exceptional culinary skills with a passion for creativity and innovation.
* Strong leadership and team‑building capabilities; able to inspire, train, and manage a diverse kitchen team.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to collaborate effectively with front‑of‑house, event planners, and senior management.
* Passionate about cuisine, hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Benefits
* Discounted tickets to events.
* 25 days annual leave.
* Life Assurance policy.
* Employee Pension contribution.
* Healthshield covering dental, counselling, physiotherapy costs.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health support.
* Eye care vouchers and contribution towards glasses.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Employee Referral Scheme rewards.
Inclusive Workplace
At Legends Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our employees, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.
We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We provide a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.
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