Matchday Food Preparation Assistant

Job Location: Selhurst Park Stadium, SE25 6PU

Contract Type: 0-hour, Casual Contract

Salary/ ROP: £13.15

Who we are:

We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites - brand new main offices at Selhurst Park Stadium, our London office, and our Training Ground/Academy, we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees.

We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground.

About this role:

To support the preparation and delivery of food across Crystal Palace Football Club by assisting chefs with the assembly, wrapping and presentation of products whilst maintaining the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness and organisation. The role is responsible for ensuring products are prepared and distributed to specification, supporting efficient service on matchdays and events.

Responsibilities:

• Assist chefs with food preparation and general kitchen duties.

• Prepare, cook and assemble food products, including hot dogs, pizzas, pies, burgers and other menu items, in line with Club specifications and portion sizes.

• Maintain food quality, consistency and presentation standards.

• Follow stock rotation procedures, complete date checks and accurately record food temperatures, wastage and stock counts.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation across food preparation and storage areas. Including, following daily cleaning schedules and end-of-shift procedures.

• Follow all food safety, hygiene, allergen management and health and safety procedures, ensuring food is prepared, stored and handled safely.

• Ensure waste is disposed of correctly and report equipment faults, maintenance requirements, incidents or hazards promptly.

• Comply with relevant legislation, Club policies and operational standards.

• Assist with the distribution and replenishment of food products across kiosks and designated service points.

• Work collaboratively with chefs, Hub Leaders and the wider catering team to support the smooth running of operations, particularly during busy periods.

• Demonstrate flexibility in responding to operational requirements, assist other areas when required and undertake any other reasonable duties within the scope of the role.

• Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager.

• Upholding and promoting the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

Previous experience within hospitality, catering or food preparation.

Experience working in a kitchen or fast-paced food environment.

Experience working at sporting events or large venues.

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate. (desirable)

Our commitment to Equality

At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is spirited and continues to grow due to the working environment, which makes all staff feel appreciated and welcomed. Crystal Palace Football Club do this by encouraging good relations and practices towards different groups and are committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity.

We are committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented candidates and the club intends to ensure that everyone who wishes to engage with the club, whether as matchday fans, staff, players, board members, participants in Foundation programmes and any other person engaged with the club's activities, has a real and equal opportunity to do so.

Reasonable Adjustment

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, ensuring equitable opportunities for everyone.

If you require disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] (DLO inbox is for disability-related queries only, if you wish to gain further information regarding this vacancy, please contact cpfc. [email protected] ). We are here to help you through the whole recruitment process including trying to apply for a vacancy, getting in touch with us through the process, and/or helping with access in case you are required to come in for an interview.

Safeguarding

Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be required to undergo any relevant security checks, including a comprehensive background check, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety and protection of children and vulnerable individuals.