About Legends Global
Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality. We take a 360‑degree, data‑driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences that resonate worldwide. Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward‑thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
The Venue
The LNER Community Stadium is York’s premier sports and entertainment destination. Opened in 2021, this state‑of‑the‑art 8,500 seat venue is home to both York City FC and York Knights, hosting some of the world’s biggest games, including the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup! At the Stadium, the Legends team offer a diverse and incredible catering offering on match days including the loungers, private boxes and premium seating areas. When not on a match day, the Stadium is a prime conferencing and events location, so truly no two days are the same!
About The Role
This role is responsible for leading all kitchen operations at York LNER Stadium, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and service for match days and events. It involves managing kitchen teams, maintaining food safety and hygiene standards, supporting menu development, controlling budgets and stock, and working closely with our Head of F&B at the stadium to deliver high‑quality catering experiences across the venue and the variety of match days and events hosted.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead kitchen operations at York LNER Stadium, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and service.
- Support menu planning, preparation, and execution in line with client expectations and company standards.
- Ensure all CGC SOPs and guidelines are followed, including COSH and Health and Hygiene standards.
- Work with our Executive Head Chef and Chef Coordinator on the placement of other Chefs across the venue.
- Maintain and continue to strengthen relationships with the Stadium team and other key clients on site.
- Work with the Head of Food and Beverage to ensure the highest level of service is delivered for all events and match days.
- Manage kitchen budgets, stock control, and supplier relationships to maximise quality and profitability.
- Support operations across other CGC venues and events when required.
We Are Looking For Someone With
- Previous Head Chef experience, ideally within outside catering, events or banqueting.
- Comfortable with commuting to and from venues and events.
- A passion and appetite to develop themselves and those around them.
- Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
- The ability to work in a fast‑paced and high‑pressure environment.
- Knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations (Level 2 or above certification preferred).
- Full, clean driving licence is preferred.
Benefits
We provide discounted tickets, 25 days annual leave, a Life Assurance policy, a 5% pension contribution, Healthshield support covering dental, counselling, physio costs for you and children, employee assistance programme, eye care vouchers, Cycle to Work scheme, and employee referral scheme.
Recruitment
Recruitment process is as follows: 1) Intro call with Talent Acquisition Team, 2) Face‑to‑face interview with Executive Head Chef, 3) Final interview with Executive Head Chef and Venue Manager involving a skills test.
Inclusive Workplace
We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. Flexible working arrangements are available. Reasonable adjustments can be requested during the recruitment process. International applicants may need visa sponsorship; please indicate if required.
Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and—where relevant to the role—a basic or enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law and we will only request information that is necessary for the role.
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