Stadium Head Chef: Lead Creative, High-Volume Dining

Aramark NV; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Cardiff is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead their culinary team at Principality Stadium. The role involves overseeing culinary operations, designing creative seasonal menus, and managing a high-performing kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a high-volume environment and a passion for food innovation. This position offers generous annual leave, a pension scheme, and additional benefits to enhance employee well-being.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Discounts through benefits app

Online GP and mental health support

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume, premium environment.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Passion for food innovation and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Excellent organisational and financial management abilities.
• Knowledge of current culinary trends and commitment to sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations across match days, conferences and special events.
• Design and deliver creative, seasonal menus that reflect the latest food trends.
• Manage and develop a high-performing kitchen team, ensuring top-quality standards.
• Oversee food safety, compliance and cost control across all areas.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to drive innovation and exceed guest expectations.
• Build strong supplier relationships and maintain sustainable sourcing practices.

Skills

Leadership

Food Innovation

Financial Management

Organisational Skills

Knowledge of Culinary Trends

Job description

A leading hospitality company in Cardiff is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead their culinary team at Principality Stadium. The role involves overseeing culinary operations, designing creative seasonal menus, and managing a high-performing kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a high-volume environment and a passion for food innovation. This position offers generous annual leave, a pension scheme, and additional benefits to enhance employee well-being.