Sous Chef

Sous Chef Headingley Stadium, St Michael's Lane, Leeds Job Introduction Sodexo Live delivers world‑class hospitality and dining across some of the most exciting venues in the country and now we’re looking for a dynamic, ambitious Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team at Headingley Stadium, home to extraordinary matchdays, high‑profile events and premium guest experiences. This is your opportunity to bring creativity, innovation and passion to a venue that demands excellence every single day. As Sous Chef, you’ll play a key leadership role in shaping the culinary vision at Headingley Stadium working closely with the Executive Head Chef and Head Chef. We’re looking for a chef with ambition, creativity and the drive to make a real impact. If you are driven by innovation, thrive in fast‑paced event environments and want to deliver unforgettable experiences at Headingley Stadium, we’d love to hear from you What You'll Do: Drive culinary delivery across matchdays, corporate events, hospitality suites and premium dining. Ensure outstanding food quality, consistency and presentation across all kitchens. Lead, motivate and develop a high‑performing brigade of chefs. Create trend‑led, forward‑thinking menus that set the benchmark for stadium hospitality. Present dishes confidently and passionately during client tastings. Champion continuous improvement and introduce fresh ideas that elevate the food offer. Maintain full compliance with all food safety, health & safety and company standards. Support financial performance through effective food cost management, stock control, labour planning, and stepping in for senior chefs when required. What You Bring: Experience in high‑volume catering: major events, large‑scale banqueting or stadium operations Fine dining background (hotels, restaurants or high‑end contract catering) A genuine passion for food trends, innovation and modern cuisine Strong communication skills with confidence presenting to clients Solid financial awareness and understanding of food margin control Level 3 Food Hygiene Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a team Supervising Food Safety Level 3 or IOSH Managing Safely Senior Sous Chef or previous Head Chef experience Experience in staff training and talent development What we offer: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families: Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support. Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work‑related issues or personal issues such as bereavement. Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services. The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card. Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform. Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan. A Death‑in‑Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo. Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools. Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit. Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities. Flexible and dynamic work environment. Competitive compensation. Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today Seniority level Associate Employment type Full‑time Job function General Business and Art/Creative Hospitality #J-18808-Ljbffr