Head Chef – Vibrant Pho Kitchen Lead (Islington)

Pho Islington; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free fresh meals at work.

50% off all food and drink for you and

Annual staff parties

Job summary

Pho Islington in Islington, London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our busy kitchen. You will manage a team of wok, line and sous chefs, maintain highest standards of food quality and safety, and drive service across all sections with hands-on leadership.

We offer a salary up to £45,400 per year, plus a bonus of up to £6,000, paid every two weeks with options like Wagestream. Benefits include staff meals, pension, and extensive training.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Head Chef with at least 2 years in role.
• Experience managing a team of chefs.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and health and safety regulations.
• Experience controlling stock and par levels through mindful ordering.
• Comfortable using stock ordering systems (e.g., Acquire).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations as Head Chef.
• Manage and mentor kitchen team across sections.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and health standards.
• Control stock and par levels; optimise ordering processes.
• Collaborate with suppliers and maintain kitchen standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Stock management

Stock ordering systems

Tools

Acquire stock system

Job description

Pho Islington in Islington, London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our busy kitchen. You will manage a team of wok, line and sous chefs, maintain highest standards of food quality and safety, and drive service across all sections with hands-on leadership.

We offer a salary up to £45,400 per year, plus a bonus of up to £6,000, paid every two weeks with options like Wagestream. Benefits include staff meals, pension, and extensive training.