Job Introduction
- £50,000 per annum
- 5 out of 7 days per week
- Medicash – Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
- Aviva Digicare – Free annual healthcare check
- Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
- Entertainment discounts – up to 55% off cinema tickets
- Health & Wellbeing discounts – Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
- Travel discounts – Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
- Shopping discounts – Save up to 15% at high street and online stores
- Meals on duty
- Vodaphone discounts
- Pension scheme and Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 23 days + BH’s and an additional day off for your birthday
- 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during the first year back
- Competitive and supportive family benefits
- Day off for baby's 1st birthday
- Holiday purchase scheme
- On-going training & development and career pathways
- Professional subscriptions paid
- Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
We’re offering an extraordinary opportunity to be part of a prestigious professional cricket club as a Performance Chef. This is a unique chance for an experienced chef to showcase their culinary talents while supporting the physical performance of top-tier athletes. You’ll be crafting exceptional, nutritious meals tailored to meet the rigorous demands of professional cricket, ensuring every dish fuels peak performance.
As a Performance Chef, you will collaborate with our Performance Nutritionist to create a menu that maximizes player energy, recovery, and overall well-being. While prior experience in catering for professional sports teams is a plus, it’s not essential. What we value most is your passion for food, a keen interest in performance nutrition, and a drive to learn and grow in the world of elite sport nutrition.
Own the Culinary Experience: Ensure the quality of food and atmosphere in the players’ restaurant aligns with the highest standards.
Build Strong Relationships: Develop rapport with athletes and staff, fostering trust and respect.
Inspire Through Expertise: Use your culinary knowledge to educate athletes on food choices that enhance their performance.
Customize for Athletes: Create and modify recipes to meet individual dietary needs and preferences.
Global Cuisine Mastery: Cater to a diverse squad by incorporating a wide range of global cuisines.
Continuous Learning: Stay updated on culinary trends and performance nutrition, incorporating new techniques and ingredients into your work.
Collaborate with Nutrition Experts: Work closely with the performance nutritionist to develop menus and lead cooking sessions focused on performance goals.
Lead & Empower the Team: Demonstrate strong leadership, ensuring catering staff work efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards while maintaining a supportive team culture.
- Professional Catering Qualifications & Experience – Bring your relevant industry qualifications and proven experience in catering for elite sports teams.
- Leadership & Team Management – Lead and motivate a team with strong people management skills, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Ability to Perform Under Pressure – Thrive in high-pressure environments, maintaining focus and delivering top-quality results.
- Creative Culinary Expertise – Show your passion and creativity in the kitchen, crafting delicious and innovative dishes tailored to athletes’ needs.
- Strong Communication & Rapport Building – Build strong, effective relationships with staff, athletes, and stakeholders to ensure smooth operation.
- Commitment to Excellence & Continuous Improvement – Stay motivated to improve your skills and drive high standards for yourself and your team.
- Knowledge of Performance Nutrition – Use your understanding of nutrition to create meals that support the athletic performance of professional teams.
- Professional Development & Safeguarding – Dedicate yourself to ongoing training, development, and adherence to the Club’s brand values and safeguarding protocols.