Sous Chef Hospitality

Location: Brighton and Hove

Sous Chef Hospitality
Ready to take your culinary career to the next level?
 
* Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club, American Express Stadium, Village Way, Brighton BN1 9BL

 * £37,000pa + excellent benefits
 
* 40hrs pw 5/7 with flexibility to cover events
 
* Free Lunches, free parking
Job Introduction
At Sodexo Live!, we create unforgettable experiences at some of the UK's most exciting venues. We are now looking for a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our culinary team at Brighton & Hove Football Club, helping to deliver exceptional hospitality, fine dining and event catering experiences on both matchdays and non-matchdays.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of the newly launched 1901 Club, an exciting premium hospitality and events venue at Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club. You'll be at the heart of delivering outstanding culinary experiences for prestigious corporate events, private celebrations, conferences and matchday hospitality, helping shape the reputation of one of the region's most exciting new event spaces.
This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves working with fresh food, and is passionate about delivering outstanding food and service standards.
As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Executive Head Chef and Head Chef to support the delivery of high-quality hospitality and event catering across the stadium. You'll play a key role in menu development, leading kitchen teams, maintaining exceptional food safety standards and ensuring every guest enjoys a first-class dining experience.
We're seeking an enthusiastic, organised and experienced chef who enjoys developing people, taking ownership and delivering food to the highest standards. You'll be a confident and approachable leader who enjoys inspiring others to perform at their best. You will bring creativity, energy and a commitment to excellence, ensuring every plate leaving the kitchen reflects the quality and standards that Sodexo and Brighton & Hove Football Club are known for.
What You'll Do:
 
* Supporting the planning, preparation and delivery of premium hospitality and event menus
 
* Producing high-quality dishes using fresh ingredients and creative presentation
 
* Supervising and motivating chefs and kitchen teams during service
 
* Assisting with menu planning, development and cost control
 
* Supporting stock management, ordering and inventory control
 
* Ensuring exceptional Food Safety, Health & Safety and hygiene standards at all times
 
* Leading by example to deliver outstanding customer experiences
 
* Contributing innovative ideas to enhance the food offer and guest experience
 
* Working across matchdays, conferences, private events and corporate hospitality functions

What You Bring:

* Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef within a fresh food environment
 
* Strong knowledge of food production and kitchen operations
 
* Experience leading and motivating kitchen teams
 
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills
 
* Passion for food, hospitality and current culinary trends
 
* Food Safety Level 2 (minimum)
 
* Availability to work all Brighton & Hove Albion home matchdays
Desirable:
 
* Food Safety Level 3
 
* IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent qualification
 
* Experience with in hospitality, events, stadiums or contract catering
 
* Menu costing and menu development experience
 
* Training and coaching experience

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo Live! 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…