Casual Chef

The Role

We're looking for talented and reliable casual chefs to join our culinary team within a busy arena environment. You'll support hospitality, corporate lounges, private boxes and large-scale events, delivering high-quality food with consistency, speed, and professionalism. Applicants must be available to start from the end of August and will work with brand new equipment in a recently upgraded kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes with consistency and flair.
• Contribute creative ideas to menu development and special events.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen in line with hygiene regulations.
• Collaborate with kitchen and front of house teams to ensure smooth service.
• Manage stock and assist with ordering supplies as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Previous chef experience in restaurants, catering, or event environments.
• Passion for food, strong cooking skills, and the ability to perform under pressure.
• A positive, adaptable, and team oriented attitude.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, especially matchdays and events.
• Culinary qualifications are a plus - but talent and attitude matter most.

Recruitment Process

Interview at the venue with our Head Chef.

What We Can Offer

• Competitive rate of pay.
• Flexible working arrangements - you can choose your shift pattern to work around your other commitments, improving work life balance.
• Paid every 2 weeks for the shifts you have worked.
• A diverse and social work environment where you can make friends.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and-for the role-a basic and enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law, and we will only request information that is necessary for the role.

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.