Job Introduction
Chef de Partie - Allianz Stadium (Twickenham)
£33,720 basic per annum, plus benefits
At Levy, we're proud to be the official catering partner of Allianz Stadium, managing all food and beverage services from public concessions to premium hospitality suites. Known for high-end, sustainable, and locally-sourced menus, Levy offers everything from quick match-day food and drink to fine dining experiences for members and corporate events. We emphasize sustainability through initiatives like reducing single-use plastics, using seasonal British produce, and minimizing food waste, enhancing the stadium experience year-round..
About the role:
As a Chef de Partie at Allianz Stadium, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences across a variety of events, from match days to conferences and banqueting. You will be responsible for managing a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes meet the highest standards of quality and consistency. Working closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef, you will uphold health, safety, and hygiene standards, contribute to menu development, and mentor junior kitchen staff. Your passion for food, teamwork, and excellence will help maintain Allianz Stadium's reputation as a world-class hospitality destination.
Duties:
* Prepare, cook, and serve food to agreed standards, ensuring taste, presentation, and portion control.
* Manage a designated kitchen station efficiently, coordinating junior staff and following senior direction.
* Maintain high standards of food hygiene, preparation, and storage to minimize waste and control costs.
* Ensure prompt, efficient service during busy periods, including correct garnishing and timely plating.
* Complete necessary paperwork such as wastage sheets and cleaning records accurately and on time.
* Keep kitchen and service areas clean, tidy, and visually appealing throughout service.
* Respond to customer requests and feedback professionally, escalating issues when necessary.
* Adhere to all fire, health, safety, and hygiene regulations, promptly reporting hazards and completing required HSE training.
Who you are:
* Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build cooperative, respectful relationships with stakeholders.
* Highly detail-oriented, adaptable to change, and open to diverse perspectives and ideas.
* Demonstrates strong ethical standards, personal accountability, honesty, and leadership skills with a capacity for growth.
* Skilled in clarifying client/customer requirements, working to deadlines, and staying informed on market trends and competitor activity.
* Ensures food quality by maintaining standards of taste, presentation, portion control, and cost-effective preparation methods.
* Maintains a clean, efficient kitchen and service area, ensuring prompt, polite, and informed customer service.
* Accurately completes paperwork and listens/responds appropriately to customer feedback to drive continuous improvement.
Benefits:
* Healthcare & Wellbeing - Medicash health benefits (including dental, mental health & optical for you and up to 4 children), free annual health check with Aviva Digicare, discounts at Nuffield Health & Pure Gym, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
* Exclusive Perks & Discounts - Save on entertainment (up to 55% off cinema tickets), shopping (up to 15% off), Vodafone plans, and travel with top providers such as TUI & Expedia.
* Workplace Benefits - Meals on duty, pension scheme, life assurance, and professional subscriptions paid.
* Leave & Family Support - 23 days + bank holidays, your birthday off, extra leave after maternity return, a day off for your baby's 1st birthday, and a holiday purchase scheme.
* Career & Financial Support - Ongoing training & development, career pathways, financial wellbeing programme, and preferred rates on salary finance products.
Who are Levy?
Levy, part of Compass Group, known for delivering exceptional food, drink, and hospitality experiences at world-renowned venues such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, and Tottenham Hotspur. Focused on sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, Levy prides itself on using sustainably sourced ingredients and providing outstanding service. The company is committed to achieving Net Zero by 2027, partnering with the British Paralympic Association, and ensuring all team members earn at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.
Why Join Us?
At Levy UK & Ireland, we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion, valuing every individual's unique strengths. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and success. We promote fairness, ensure all voices are heard, and provide equal opportunities for all.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, equitable workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute. Together, we achieve greatness.