Chefs Required - Retail & Hospitality

Casual Chef de Partie - LEX Campus - Arena & Hospitality

Be part of the team behind Liverpool's biggest events.

From live concerts and major arena shows to retail catering and large-scale entertainment events, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional food experiences at one of Liverpool's premier event venues.

If you're an experienced Chef de Partie who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in producing quality food at scale, and can confidently manage your own section across retail, hospitality and VIP catering operations, we'd love to hear from you.

About Constellation

Constellation is the flexible staffing division of Compass Group UK & Ireland, one of the world's leading food service companies. We provide talented hospitality professionals to some of the UK's most prestigious venues, including conference and exhibition centres, stadiums, arenas, hotels, restaurants and corporate locations.

With flexible shifts available across thousands of venues nationwide, you can choose when and where you work while gaining experience in some of the country's most exciting hospitality environments.

The Role

As a Casual Chef de Partie, you'll support the delivery of high-volume, high-quality catering across a wide range of concerts, live entertainment events and retail catering operations.

You'll be expected to confidently run your own section, work independently when required, and contribute to a professional, organised kitchen environment.

This role is ideal for chefs who thrive under pressure, enjoy variety, and take pride in consistently delivering exceptional food to the highest standards, whether catering for concertgoers, VIP guests or busy retail outlets.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present food to agreed recipes and specifications, ensuring consistency, quality and presentation at every service.
• Take ownership of your designated section, working independently while maintaining high culinary standards throughout preparation and service.
• Support the Head Chef in delivering a variety of high-volume concerts, live music events, retail catering operations, hospitality functions and VIP experiences.
• Produce food within strict service timelines, ensuring all dishes are delivered on time without compromising quality.
• Support the delivery of food across retail outlets, kiosks, hospitality areas and other event catering locations as required.
• Maintain exceptional food safety, hygiene and allergen standards in accordance with company procedures and current legislation.
• Complete HACCP procedures, temperature records and any required food safety documentation accurately.
• Monitor food quality throughout preparation and service, ensuring correct temperatures, freshness and portion control are maintained.
• Follow stock rotation procedures (FIFO), assist with stock control, minimise food waste and support effective kitchen efficiency.
• Assist with the receipt, storage and organisation of deliveries, ensuring products are stored safely and correctly.
• Maintain a clean, organised and audit-ready kitchen, ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental Health and company standards.
• Support menu preparation and complete all to ensure kitchens are fully prepared for service and efficient event turnaround.
• Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen brigade and front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service across multiple catering outlets and hospitality spaces.
• Adapt quickly to changing event schedules, guest numbers and last-minute requests while maintaining a calm, professional approach.
• Maintain high standards of food presentation that reflect the expectations of a premium live entertainment venue.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability and attention to detail while representing both the venue and Constellation to the highest standard.
• Take responsibility for the correct use and care of kitchen equipment, reporting faults or maintenance issues promptly.
• Support and encourage junior team members where appropriate, promoting best practice and a positive team culture.
• Complete all mandatory training and comply with company policies, procedures and safe systems of work at all times.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties requested by the venue's culinary management team to support the successful delivery of concerts and events.

About You

We're looking for chefs who are passionate about delivering quality food and who enjoy working as part of a professional kitchen team.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie
• Experience working within high-volume catering, retail catering, stadiums, arenas, live entertainment or large-scale event environments.
• Experience working in VIP areas, hospitality suites and premium catering
• Confidence running your own section with minimal supervision.
• The ability to remain calm, organised and efficient during busy service periods.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen management.
• Food Safety Level 2 and Allergen Awareness certification (or willingness to obtain where required).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, reliable and flexible attitude with a strong work ethic.
• A passion for producing consistently high-quality food with excellent attention to detail.

Why Join Constellation?

• Flexible shifts that fit around your lifestyle.
• Opportunities to work at one of Liverpool's leading live entertainment venues, supporting major concerts, arena events and retail catering operations, as well as thousands of other venues across the UK.
• Weekly pay.
• Access to Compass Group's exclusive employee benefits and discounts platform.
• Health & Wellbeing support, including our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Ongoing opportunities to develop your skills, broaden your experience and progress your hospitality career.

If you're looking for flexible chef work with the opportunity to be part of Liverpool's biggest concerts and live entertainment events, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today using our quick online application — it only takes a minute, and successful applicants could be working with us within days.