Job Reference: CUFC/Sous Chef
Date Posted: 22 June 2026
Recruiter: Colchester United Football Club
Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary: £29,000 to £32,000
Sector: Community & Sport, Hospitality & Tourism
Job Type: Permanent
Work Hours: Full Time
Job Description
About the Role
Colchester United Football Club is seeking an experienced, motivated and hands-on Sous Chef to take a leading role within our busy catering and events operation at the JobServe Community Stadium & Training Ground (Tiptree).
This is an exciting opportunity for a chef looking to take ownership of the day-to-day running of a high-volume kitchen operation, delivering exceptional food and service across matchday hospitality, conferences, banqueting, club events, private functions and corporate hospitality.
Working alongside the Head of Catering, you will be responsible for leading kitchen operations, maintaining high standards, managing and developing the kitchen team, and ensuring the successful delivery of all catering activities. This role requires a strong leader who can confidently oversee service, drive standards and ensure operational excellence at all times.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery across all events and matchdays.
Take responsibility for kitchen operations in conjunction with the Head of Catering, with the ability to independently manage the kitchen when required.
Plan, organise and oversee food preparation and service for matchdays, conferences, banqueting and hospitality events.
Manage, motivate and develop the kitchen team, including casual chefs and kitchen porters.
Ensure consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and customer satisfaction.
Support menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal produce, current trends and commercial considerations.
Monitor stock levels, ordering, food costs and wastage to maximise efficiency and profitability.
Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health and safety and company procedures.
Assist in staff recruitment, training and performance management.
Work closely with the wider management team to deliver outstanding experiences for all guests and customers.
Drive a positive kitchen culture built around teamwork, accountability and high standards.
Location
Colchester, Essex
Start Date
Immediate
Salary
£29,000-£32,000 per annum
Recruiter
Colchester United Football Club
