An exciting job opportunity has arisen at Leeds United FC for a Sous Chef in our Kitchens based at our stunning Elland Road Stadium.

Leeds United Football Club is an English professional football club based in the city of Leeds, West Yorkshire and play at our fabulous stadium based on Elland Road, which has been the home of Leeds United since 1919 and remains one of English football's great theatres and is 'the only place for us' ever since. With a capacity of 37,890, it is England's 11th largest football ground in the Premier League.

Everyone at Leeds United is dedicated to working as one team and to be the best we can be.

Come be part of our fabulous team as we March on Together.

The ideal candidate would be responsible for supporting the Executive Head Chef to manage the smooth and efficient operation of the Kitchen, providing high quality food for customers, clients and fans under pressure and maintain all health and safety aspects. You will have to have the ability to work on your own as well as in a team, set up and close the kitchen, as well as run the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Head Chef. You will also be expected to complete all paperwork including ordering and have good stock control management

Some of the main duties would include:

       To support the Head Chef in all areas of the kitchen operations and kitchen management

       To be able to produce quality food under pressure and maintain all health and safety aspects.

       Following the guidance of the executive chef and have input in new ways of presentation or dishes

       Preparing and creating new menus and dishes

       Working quickly and accurately during busy periods, such as weekends and evenings

       Resourcefully solving any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation

       Completing all relevant food hygiene, HACCP and delivery documentation

       Clean and maintain kitchen and dining areas daily

       Undertake a monthly “deep clean” of kitchen & dining areas

       Responsible, smart, and energetic to work as part of a team or alone.

       Maintaining a positive and professional approach with staff, customer and client  at all times.

       To ensure that all systems and procedures in the Health and Safety manuals are maintained at all times.

       To be accountable to the planning and delivery of the catering for matchday boxes, special guests, meetings and events e.g., Christmas, Tribute Nights etc.

       Enforcing strict health and hygiene standards

       Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager

       Upholding and promoting the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures

The ideal candidate will also have:

       Knowledge and experience of working in a fast paced kitchen environment

       Knowledge of food, ingredients and kitchen food safety requirements

       A catering and hospitality qualification

       Food Hygiene Certificate Level 3

       Experience working as a chef

       Experience within an organisation where large numbers for catering are required including various food services

Ideal behaviours we look for in team members include:

       Strong interpersonal skills

       Ability to use initiative and be creative

       Strong internal customer service skills

       Excellent communication skills

       Ability to prioritise case load and manage time effectively

       Confident and assertive

       Ambition, passion and willingness to learn