Head Chef – Neighbourhood Bistro – Islington – Up to £75k
A Head Chef opportunity in a Michelin Guide-listed bistro. Fresh, seasonal food, charcoal grill, and a close-knit team. We need a stable, hands-on leader to take ownership.
We are seeking a talented Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a beloved neighbourhood bistro in the heart of Islington. Known for its relaxed yet refined approach, fresh seasonal cooking, and a loyal local following, this is a chance to put your stamp on a kitchen with genuine pedigree.
The Bistro:
* Prime location – a proper neighbourhood spot with character
* Michelin Guide-listed – recognised for quality and consistency
* Fresh, seasonal British/European cooking with a charcoal grill
* 80-90 covers plus private dining
* Closed Mondays & Sunday evenings - 48-hour week
* Brigade of 9-10 chefs
The Head Chef Role:
* Lead the kitchen – full operational ownership
* Manage the brigade, rotas, ordering, and back-of-house ops
* Work within a set menu framework (5 seasonal changes a year)
* Drive consistency and quality across a busy service (200 covers Saturdays)
* Be the anchor – bring stability and leadership
The Ideal Head Chef:
* Current Head Chef
* Quality London restaurant background (bistro / British / European)
* Strong people manager – can build and lead a team
* Commercially aware and operationally sound
* Ambitious, stable, ready to grow
Why Apply?
* Up to £75k + potential bonus
* 48-hour week - Closed Mon & Sun eve
* Michelin Guide-listed kitchen
* Genuine progression as group expands
Send CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.