The Angelic
Head Chef
About Us
Stonegate Group is the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues, including Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, and Popworld, to name a few. We’re proud of our diverse portfolio and deeply committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality in all its forms—including neurodiversity. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive..
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.
Do you have…
1. A high standard of food knowledge and skill with full fresh ingredients from scratch
2. A born leader who wants to drive a team of hardworking, friendly, and ambitious chefs who are working towards the common goal of excellence
3. Up-to-date with COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal knowledge
4. 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
5. Hiring and onboarding of new team members in an inclusive and welcoming manner.
6. Leading, guiding, and developing your kitchen team, ensuring they have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities.
7. Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety, creating a safe and organised workspace for all.
8. Managing the kitchen schedule to ensure efficient staffing while meeting labour targets.
9. Conducting regular stock checks to ensure cost management and meet performance goals.
10. 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…
We're the pub that tells a story. Whether it’s a story of love, celebration, appreciation, or simple time spent together, we tell it, and we tell it in the best way possible. We offer an elevated pub experience through our freshly prepared food, handcrafted drinks, and an enjoyably unique experience from start to finish. We want the people who strive to make a difference, who can inspire our guests, and who can elevate our sites 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?
11. Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and ALL your friends across our Managed Estate
12. Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers
13. VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars
14. Stonegate Hotel Discounts
15. Flexible working
16. David Lloyd Corporate Discount Rates
17. Discounted Dental Insurance
18. Stream – Early access to your earned wages
19. Referral scheme of 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.