Chef - Full Time

Job Title: Chef Full Time

Reporting to: Sous Chef

Location: Colchester United Football Club

Role Summary:

Colchester United Football Club is seeking a passionate and committed Full Time Chef to join our established catering team. Working across all club-operated sites, including the stadium and training ground, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality food for players, guests, events and match days.

You will support the preparation, presentation and service of food to the highest standards, ensuring an exceptional experience for all customers. The role also involves supporting kitchen operations, maintaining strict health and food safety standards, and assisting with the coordination of casual chefs and kitchen porters to ensure a smooth and efficient service at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, present and serve food for match days, events and functions to the required standard.
• Assist with the planning, preparation and service of food for players at both the training ground and stadium.
• Deputise for the Sous Chef in their absence.
• Ensure menus are delivered to the highest possible standard, reflecting current trends, seasonal produce and service styles.
• Assist with the development of menus for events and match days, considering quality, cost control and nutritional requirements.
• Maintain full compliance with all Health & Safety and Food Safety legislation, policies and procedures.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues, customers and clients at all times.
• Support the wider Management Team across all areas of the catering operation.

Personal Specification:

• Excellent organisation skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
• Self-motivated with proactive and positive approach.
• Calm, assertive and able to perform well under pressure.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Passionate about food quality and delivering excellent service.
• A strong can-do attitude and team-focused mindset.

Hours of Work:

• Full Time 40 Hours per week.

Salary:

• £26,436.80 - £27,000 per annum