Sous Chef - Charlton Athletic FC
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Sous Chef - Charlton Athletic FC, London | Full-Time / Permanent
Up to £45,000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. We’re looking for a collaborative Sous Chef to join the dynamic team at Charlton Athletic Football Club - an iconic stadium with a strong blend of heritage and community that offers the ideal environment for entertaining football and first-class food. As Sous Chef you will play a key role in leading a motivated culinary team to deliver exceptional service to our clients and guests. Working closely with the Hospitality Head Chef and deputising in their absence to create best in class culinary experiences to all our guests throughout this exciting sporting venue! If you're a Sous Chef with a passion for amazing food and the ability to nurture a strong work ethic within their teams, we want to hear from you! We are Levy We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the world’s most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events - including Wimbledon, Twickenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London - we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Sous Chef - The role- Work in collaboration with all departments within the catering team to deliver excellent food
- Overseeing the preparation, cooking and service arrangements, taking responsibility for the smooth and efficient running of the stadium kitchens day to day
- Taking reasonable care across all aspects of health and safety including relevant training and documentation
- Maintain high levels of food safety throughout your working environment at all times
- Create and maintain a pleasant working environment through integrity, positivity and being a team player
- Support in managing variable labour in line with budgeted guidelines.
- Work closely with head chef and Levy management to minimise any unnecessary costs.
- Ensure menus are costed and in line with budget.
- Complete weekly stocktakes and invoice recording, in line with company policy
- Must have a ‘can do’ attitude and ability to work under pressure
- A passion for celebrating success - loves what they do!
- Builds relationships on integrity, respect and trust
- Structured, collaborative, and approachable
- Builds genuine partnerships with clients
- Listens and acts on what customers want
- Must be flexible with schedule, able to work different shifts
- Forward thinking and innovative
- Adaptable with great leadership skills
- Has fire in their belly, not afraid to stay true to what’s important. Remains steadfast when the going gets tough
- Able to deal effectively with change, devise and execute activity to exceed profit targets
- Knows how to pursue profit with integrity
- Competitive salary and full company benefits
- 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme
- Healthcare & wellbeing: AvivaDigicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
- Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Family benefits: 2 days’ additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby’s first birthday, enhanced family leave
- Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off Pure Gym memberships
- Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products
- Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways
- Meals on duty included
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