Players Performance Chef

Elior Stadia – Bringing the Buzz to Matchdays & More
When the crowd roars, the food has to be just as exciting! At Elior Stadia, we serve up epic matchday meals, gourmet hospitality, and fast, fresh stadium snacks - so fans can focus on the action while we handle the flavour.


What you'll be doing...
As Players' Chef, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day food provision for Edinburgh Rugby players and performance staff, preparing nutritious, high-quality meals that support training, recovery and matchday performance.
Working closely with performance, nutrition and medical teams, you'll create varied, seasonal menus that balance exceptional flavour with the nutritional demands of elite sport. You'll ensure meals are delivered to precise timings, cater for individual dietary requirements and maintain the highest standards of food safety, allergen management and kitchen hygiene.
Alongside supporting Edinburgh Rugby, you'll also play an important role within the wider Murrayfield culinary team, contributing to premium hospitality, conferences, major sporting events, concerts and VIP dining when required.
Working Pattern: Primarily Monday to Friday daytime, with flexibility required for match days.
Job ID: 7412
What can you bring?
We're looking for a passionate and organised chef who thrives in a high-performance environment.
You'll ideally have:
• Professional chef experience within a high-quality or high-volume kitchen
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergen management
• Experience creating fresh, varied menus using seasonal ingredients
• The ability to work independently while collaborating with a wider culinary team
• A genuine interest in sports nutrition and athlete performance
It would be great if you also have:
• Experience working in professional sport or with elite athletes
• Knowledge or qualifications in sports nutrition
• Experience in premium hospitality, events or large-scale catering
Why this role?
This is a rare opportunity to combine a passion for food with elite sport. You'll work directly with Edinburgh Rugby players and performance staff while gaining specialist experience in sports nutrition, all within one of Scotland's most iconic sporting venues. From supporting player performance to delivering world-class hospitality for major events, no two days are the same.


Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!
At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:
• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!
One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.
And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.
Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!
We Celebrate You!
At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.
Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!
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