Performance Chef
Salary £ 35-40,000 per annum
Elite Performance Centre, Lincoln
Vacancy listed 10/04/2026
Application deadline 24/04/2026
Details
To lead and deliver a high-performance food provision that supports player preparation, recovery and long-term physical development of Lincoln City Football Club's first team.

This is a hands-on lead role, responsible for delivering performance catering aligned to the club’s nutrition strategy.  The successful candidate will work closely with the Performance Nutrition Team and Sport Science and Medical staff, while taking ownership of day-to-day kitchen operations to ensure consistent, high-quality, performance-driven food provision.
 
Roles & responsibilities
  • Oversee the ordering, preparation and cooking of all food and beverages at Lincoln City Football Club Elite Performance Centre
  • Develop menus and recipes to a high standard in collaboration with the club’s nutritionists
  • Provide catering to first team staff and players during away travel
  • Travel to away fixtures liaising with hotel chefs to ensure food is provided at a high standard
  • Oversee post-match meals at home games
  • Source produce from local companies/sponsors in collaboration with the Head of Football Operations
  • Manage food budgets alongside the Head of Football Operations
  • Provide first team players with cooking lessons at regular intervals
  • Minimise food waste and implement efficient ways to maximise budgets
  • Ensure a high standard of cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout the kitchen and canteen
  • Ensure food temperature readings are taken and recorded on a daily basis
 
Key relationships
  • Head of Sport Science
  • Head of Football Operations
  • First Team Nutritionist
 
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
 
Essential
  • Professional chef qualification (Level 3 or equivalent)
  • Experience working in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen environment, managing high-volume service (circa 50 covers per service for staff and players)
  • Strong understanding of nutrition and fuelling for performance 
  • Ability to work independently and manage a full kitchen operation 
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills 
  • Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours

Desirable
  • Experience in elite or professional sport
  • Experience delivering food provision in matchday or travel environments
  • Experience collaborating with performance staff
  • Food hygiene Level 3/HACCP certification 
 
How to apply
Upload a copy of your CV and covering letter (no more than 1 page) detailing the reasons why you feel you will be a good fit for this role and highlighting any relevant experience.

Closing date: 24 April 2026
Interview dates: w/c 27 April 2026
Start date: 22 June 2026

Should you have any questions with regard to this role, please email recruitment@theredimps.com.

This document is a guide only and should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive.  It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing needs of the organisation.  All employees may be required to undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required.  Lincoln City Football Club and Foundation is an equal opportunities employer. 

Benefits

Flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends, in line with the football calendar
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Free on-site parking

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