We are looking for a Stadium Catering Head Chef to join us at Newcastle United Football Club.
You’ll play a key role in managing daily logistics for meetings, events, and matchday setups.
At Sodexo Live!, you don’t just dream of being in exclusive places or at extraordinary events—you live it every day. Grow your skills at celebrated venues alongside hospitality professionals who work, celebrate, and create memories together. Because we’re more than just waiters.
Be part of something greater.
We currently have an opportunity at St James Park, home to Newcastle United FC.
This is an excellent opportunity for driven individuals to succeed in a fast-paced, innovative catering environment. We seek outstanding, customer-focused individuals to join a world-leading food and facilities management company that offers unrivaled career progression opportunities.
A few things about you
If you are friendly, approachable, and possess great communication skills, this role is perfect for you!
Sodexo embeds a strong safety culture in everything we do, with procedures to follow alongside hygiene and health & safety practices. It’s vital that you champion this culture.
Role Responsibilities
* Manage all aspects of Food Safety and Kitchen Health & Safety effectively.
* Develop and maintain food standards and quality across all stages, including matchday and event food preparation, production, and service.
* Ensure purchasing aligns with company policies and control procedures. Manage relations with nominated suppliers.
* Deliver menu cycles or special menus on time. Conduct monthly stock takes.
* Ensure staff are adequately trained and skilled, with up-to-date training records and adherence to appraisal processes.
* Carry out menu tastings for new menu items/offers.
* Manage staff performance effectively.
The Ideal Candidate
• Up-to-date knowledge of culinary trends and techniques related to Stadium Catering, with a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Chef.
• Ambitious, with a willingness to take ownership of operations.
• Financially astute.
• Experienced in team management with excellent culinary skills.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with leadership qualities.
• High standards of personal presentation. Able to work all matchdays.
• Flexible to work weekends and evenings as required.
• Level 3 Food Safety for Supervisors certificate.
• Experience in sports, leisure, or stadium environments is preferred.
Package Details
40 hours per week, 5 days from 7, including evenings and weekends.
About the Company
Sodexo Live!
We’re Experience Makers.
Join a team of go-getters, food enthusiasts, and community builders.
At Sodexo Live!, build a career where every day is extraordinary. Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, background, and passion for delighting others. We’ll support you to thrive.
Be part of a team that feels like family, acts with purpose, and embraces inclusivity. Thrive in your career while creating exceptional memories.
After giving your best, you’ll return home knowing you’ve contributed to unforgettable moments.
Because at Sodexo Live!, we’re more than just a service provider.
Why choose Sodexo Live! –
We believe in making every moment count—for our guests and our team. We craft exceptional events at prestigious venues worldwide, making each one a positive story. Whether at sports venues, cultural sites, corporate events, or social functions, you’ll be immersed in the action, bringing people together and making an impact locally and globally. Our venues include Royal Ascot, Tour de France, Rugby World Cup, Paris 2024 Games, Eiffel Tower Restaurants, and many more.
Sodexo Live! is part of Sodexo, serving 100 million consumers daily across 56 countries, focusing on improving quality of life through tangible, everyday improvements.
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