Head Chef

Job Details

The Angelic, Islington

Role - Head Chef

Salary - £43,000p.a. + TRONC + Bonuses

Head Chef

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a skilled Head Chef or Sous/Senior Sous Chef who is ready to take the next step in their career. In this leadership role, you’ll play a key part in shaping the dining experience at The Angelic. Your expertise in fresh food and kitchen operations will help create a thriving, well-run kitchen while mentoring and supporting your team as they develop.

Our menu is all about bold flavours, comforting classics, stunning Sunday Roasts and a few surprises. As Head Chef, you’ll be the heartbeat of the kitchen. You’ll lead by example, inspire your brigade, and ensure every plate that leaves the pass is something to be proud of. You’ll also be responsible for managing kitchen operations, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and compliance, and keeping a close eye on food costs and GP.

We’re looking for someone with solid experience in a similar role, a genuine love of food, and a calm, confident approach to leadership. If you’re creative, organised, and ready to take the reins in a kitchen that values quality and personality, this could be the perfect fit.

Do you have …

• A high standard of food knowledge and skill with full fresh ingredients from scratch

• A born leader who wants to drive a team of hardworking, friendly, and ambitious chefs who are working towards the common goal of excellence

• Up-to-date with COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal knowledge

• A willingness to develop on a personal level whilst also propelling the brigade forward at The Angelic

Some of the things you will be doing as a Head Chef

• Hiring and onboarding of new team members in an inclusive and welcoming manner.

• Leading, guiding, and developing your kitchen team, ensuring they have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities.

• Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety, creating a safe and organised workspace for all.

• Managing the kitchen schedule to ensure efficient staffing while meeting labour targets.

• Conducting regular stock checks to ensure cost management and meet performance goals.

• Taking a proactive approach to increasing sales and driving growth by fostering strong relationships between kitchen and front-of-house teams.

A little bit about us…

The Angelic is a traditional pub, but we offer an elevated pub experience through our freshly prepared food, handcrafted drinks, and an enjoyably unique experience for our guests from start to finish. Our team strive to make a difference, and inspire our guests, who inturn elevate our site into more than just a pub.

Situated in the heart of Islington, The Angelic pub boasts huge windows and high ceilings, especially the ‘Sistine Chapel’ on the first floor, forming a beautiful backdrop for friendly staff serving seasonal British food. We serve delicious pub food made with freshly prepared ingredients from local suppliers and a carefully created cocktail menu each day.

What's in it for you?

• Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and ALL your friends across our Managed Estate

• Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers

• VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars

• Stonegate Hotel Discounts

• Flexible working

• David Lloyd Corporate Discount Rates

• Discounted Dental Insurance

• Stream – Early access to your earned wages

• Referral schemeof up to £1000 per person

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact The Angelic directly.

Job Reference: PW1417545IslHC