Matchday Head Chef - Kia Oval

The Head Chef (Match Day Events) leads the culinary team in delivering exceptional hospitality experiences during domestic cricket match days at The Kia Oval. The role oversees all kitchen operations, manages staff and ensures that menus meet the highest standards of quality, presentation and cost control. It calls for strong mentoring skills, creativity and operational excellence in order to deliver world-class service for all guests visiting the ground.

• Plan and execute the timely delivery of innovative, cost-effective menus for domestic cricket matches, VIP dining, retail and hospitality areas, with seasonal menus, strong presentation, dietary requirements and sustainability in mind.
• Oversee kitchen setup and breakdown before and after matches.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team during high-pressure match days, including training staff and managing rotas.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, taste and presentation.
• Monitor and report stock levels and control costs to stay within budget.
• Minimise waste through effective planning and inventory management.
• Ensure all kitchen operations comply with health and safety regulations and hygiene standards across all areas, conducting regular inspections and due diligence checks.
• Strive to exceed expectations through exceptional culinary experiences.
• Address guest feedback promptly and professionally.

• Excellent communication and coordination skills, including liaising with event management, hospitality teams and suppliers and bringing forward suggestions to improve operations.
• A strong background in high-volume or events-scale kitchens.
• Proven experience leading large brigades.
• A calm mindset and a customer-focused approach.
• Data-driven decision-making.
• A team player with an inclusive leadership style.

• The Kia Oval, London — an international cricket ground hosting domestic cricket match days.

• £62,000 Per annum plus discretionary bonus.

• Discretionary bonus.
• Medicash healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments, covering up to four dependent children.
• Aviva Digicare free annual healthcare check.
• Exclusive entertainment, travel and shopping discounts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health and wellbeing discounts, including 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off Pure Gym.
• Meals on duty.
• Pension scheme and life assurance.
• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, an additional day off for your birthday and a holiday purchase scheme.
• Two days' additional leave following return from maternity leave during the first year back.
• Competitive and supportive family benefits.
• Day off for baby's first birthday.

Levy is a leading global hospitality partner that designs and delivers guest experiences, working with iconic stadiums, entertainment venues and major events ranging from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London.