We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our First Team catering operation. While professional kitchen experience is welcome, it is not essential - what matters most is the right attitude, a genuine eagerness to learn, and the ability to conduct yourself with professionalism and discretion in a first team environment. Working as part of a high-performance kitchen team, you will play a key role in preparing and delivering nutritionally optimised meals for first team players and staff at the training ground and across all competitive fixtures - home and away.
Training Ground
Prepare and deliver daily breakfast, lunch, and recovery meals for first team players and coaching staff
Manage your section with full ownership of prep, service, and clean-down to the highest standards of hygiene and quality
Work closely with the Head Chef and club nutritionist to design and execute menus aligned with player performance and recovery needs
Maintain accurate stock records, assist with ordering, and minimise waste on your section
Match Days - Home Fixtures
Lead preparation and service of pre-match, half-time, and post-match meals for players.
Coordinate with the wider kitchen team to ensure precise timing around kick-off schedules
Ensure all food meets the nutritional standards and portion specifications set by the performance team
Away Fixtures
Travel with the first team squad to all away fixtures.
Liaise with hotel and venue kitchens in advance to confirm facilities, equipment, and dietary requirements
Pack and transport specialist ingredients, equipment, and supplements as directed
Prepare and deliver pre-match and recovery meals on the road, adapting to variable kitchen environments while maintaining consistent standards
Represent the club professionally at all times when working in third-party venues
Essential
A positive, can-do attitude and genuine enthusiasm for the role
Willingness to learn and take direction from the Head Chef and performance team
Professionalism and discretion when working in a first team environment - the ability to build trust with players and staff is paramount
Full, clean UK driving licence
Valid food hygiene certificate (Level 2 minimum), or willingness to obtain one before starting
Ability and willingness to travel extensively, including overnight stays and weekends
Flexibility to work irregular hours including early mornings, evenings, and match days
Strong work ethic and the ability to stay calm and organised under pressure
Excellent personal hygiene and commitment to food safety standards
Desirable
NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds qualification in Professional Cookery (or equivalent)
Any professional kitchen experience, whether in hospitality, catering, or sport
Knowledge of sports nutrition or experience cooking to dietary and performance briefs
Knowledge of allergen management and experience catering for diverse dietary requirements (halal, vegan, gluten-free, etc.)
A genuine interest in professional football and elite athlete performance
This is a full time role, including all first team fixtures, both home and away. This is a non-negotiable requirement of the role
This role requires a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
