Legends Global (Europe)
Head Chef - Retail
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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
Olympia Events manages the iconic event venues at Olympia, a cultural and architectural landmark that has hosted extraordinary events since 1886. From internationally renowned consumer exhibitions and trade shows to sporting events, concerts and conferences, Olympia continues to bring world-class experiences to London. Its distinctive architecture and nearly 140-year heritage make it one of the UK's most recognisable and sought-after event destinations.
Today, Olympia is entering an exciting new chapter. At the heart of a £1.3 billion transformation, the estate has been reimagined as London's newest fully integrated entertainment, culture and business destination. Designed by Heatherwick Studio and SPARCC for Yoo Capital and Deutsche Finance International, the redevelopment combines Olympia's historic event spaces with an exceptional new destination for visitors, businesses and event organisers.
To find out more about Olympia and its transformation, visit www.olympia.co.uk.
About the Role
The Head Chef is responsible for leading all culinary operations within the Heritage Halls, delivering world-class food experiences across conferences, exhibitions, banquets, VIP events, and live cooking stations. The role ensures exceptional quality, innovation, food safety compliance, cost control, and seamless coordination with event and operations teams.
What we can offer
- Hosting events is what we do best, and we want our People to experience that too- enjoy access to discounted tickets to unleash your superfan for all your favourites.
- You will work hard at Legends Global, but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave
- We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you’re contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.
- A healthy contribution of 5% Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.
- Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield; Legends Global will support with these unexpected costs. For you and any children.
- We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.
- We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join Legends Global you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.
- Pedal your way to a greener, healthier commute—join our Cycle to Work scheme and turn every ride into a win for you and the planet
- Great people know great people! Refer a friend through our Employee Referral Scheme and get rewarded for helping us build an amazing team
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Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all kitchen operations for the halls, exhibitions, banquets, and special events
- Plan and execute high-volume, multi-outlet food production with premium quality standards
- Design diverse, innovative menus suited to international clientele and event themes
- Ensure timely service during live events and maintain exceptional food presentation and plating standards
- Create seasonal, international, and customised menus
- Incorporate modern culinary trends, sustainability, and local sourcing
- Manage tasting sessions for clients, organisers, and stakeholders
- Lead, train, and inspire a large kitchen team
- Prepare duty rosters aligned with event schedules
- Ensure effective communication between kitchen, service, and event teams
- Foster a culture of excellence, discipline, and continuous improvement
- Ensure full compliance with health and safety requirements
- Implement sustainability and waste-reduction initiatives
- Manage food costs, labour budgets, and inventory control
- Attend client meetings and provide culinary expertise for proposals
- Handle feedback and complaints professionally
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We are looking for someone with:
- Experience in the management of statutory requirements.
- Experience of organising hospitality, functions and events.
- A thorough understanding of food hygiene and health and safety regulations and as a minimum, hold a basic food hygiene certificate.
- Experience of leading and developing a team.
- Experience of budget/cost management.
- Experience of working with colleagues at all levels throughout a company.
Recruitment Process Outlined:
- 1st Stage- Virtual Interview
- 2nd Stage- face to face interview
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.
Inclusive Workplace
At Legends Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.
We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.
If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.
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