Match Day Head Chef - Kia Oval

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Match Day Head Chef - Kia Oval, London | Full-Time / Permanent

£56,000 + bonus and 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 Head Chef to lead the culinary team in delivering exceptional hospitality experiences during domestic cricket match days at the iconic international cricket ground, The Kia Oval.

As Match Day Head Chef you will oversee all kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure that menus meet the highest standards of quality, presentation, and cost control. This culinary leadership role requires strong mentoring skills, creativity, and operational excellence to deliver world-class service for all guests visiting The Kia Oval Cricket Ground.

We are Levy

Levy is about elevating experiences. We are a leading global hospitality partner, designing and delivering unforgettable guest moments that prioritise people and the planet.

Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events, from Wimbledon and Twickenham to 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.

Match Day Head Chef - The role

• Planning and executing the timely delivery of innovative, cost-effective menus for domestic cricket matches, VIP dining, retail and hospitality areas. We're looking for exciting, seasonal menus with strong presentation, dietary requirements, and sustainability in mind!
• Overseeing kitchen setup and breakdown before and after matches.
• Leading and motivating the kitchen team during high-pressure match days, including training and managing rotas.
• Maintaining exceptional standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Monitoring and reporting stock levels and control costs to stay within budget.
• Minimising waste through effective planning and inventory management.
• Ensuring all kitchen operations comply with health and safety regulations, hygiene standards across all areas - you'll be conducting regular inspections and due diligence checks.
• Striving to exceed expectations through exceptional culinary experiences.
• Addressing guest feedback promptly and professionally.

What we're looking for...

• Excellent communication and coordination skills - As Match Day Head Chef you'll liaise with event management and hospitality teams and suppliers, and bring suggestions to improve operations.
• A strong background in high-volume or events scale kitchens.
• Proven experience leading large brigades.
• A calm mindset and customer-focused approach
• Data-driven decision-making
• A team player with an inclusive leadership style

What you’ll get in return:

• Discretionary bonus
• Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Exclusive entertainment, travel, and shopping discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
• Meals on duty
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance
• 23 days + bank holidays and additional day off for your birthday and holiday purchase scheme
• 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back
• Competitive and supportive family benefits
• Day off for baby's first birthday
• Professional subscriptions, on-going training & development and career pathways
• Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products

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 create unforgettable experiences - and shape the future of hospitality.