Head Chef – Llama Inn

Ennismore; City of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in London seeks a creative and experienced Head Chef for The Hoxton, Shoreditch. You will lead the kitchen team, innovate the menu, and ensure a high-quality dining experience. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a similar role and a passion for hospitality. This position offers competitive benefits, including holidays, private medical insurance, and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

28 days holidays including bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Mental health support hotline

Retail and hospitality perks

Free meal during shifts

Discounts across Ennismore family

Regular team events

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in a similar Head Chef role.
• Proven track record managing large kitchen teams.
• A true passion for creativity whilst maintaining brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a large and dynamic kitchen team.
• Drive innovation and create a culture of menu development.
• Ensure guest and team experience is prioritized.

Skills

Kitchen team leadership

Menu development

Cost management

Creativity

Passion for hospitality

Job description

The Hoxton, Shoreditch | 81 Great Eastern St, London EC2A 3HU, UK

We are looking for a Head Chef to be part of our team for The Hoxton, Shoreditch in our Llama Inn restaurant.

The Hoxton, Shoreditch is where The Hoxton was born. Originally a car park, it now offers 210 rooms, The Apartment, our meetings & events concept, and introducing Llama Inn. Llama Inn is a warm open space with natural wood furniture, tall ceilings, and steel beams. Our cuisine encompasses all things Peru, including ceviche, our famous lomo Saltado and other unique Peruvian fair. Our cocktail and spirit list hail from Peru with none other than pisco being the star of the show and a creative cocktail menu with unique takes on the classics from around the globe. While the wine lists breaths Spain and Latin America with options by the glass and bottle to titillate any palate. Whether early or late, Llama Inn is a full dining experience for any celebration/occasion.

Job Description

What you’ll do…

• Lead a large and dynamic kitchen team
• Drive innovation and create a culture of menu development whilst still delivering on the framework of a Restaurant menu, with a backbone of simple and classic favourites.
• Both guest and team experience will be at the heart of all you do. You’ll lead your team by example, keeping them involved and motivated; helping them feel empowered and supported, confident in providing top Hox experiences for our guests and comfortable turning to you with questions
• Have a firm grip on the costs of the restaurant kitchen, from labour through to always striving to find efficient solutions whilst maintaining the quality and integrity of the menu
• Drive innovation and create a culture of menu development

Qualifications

What we’re looking for…

• 2+ years’ experience in a similar Head Chef role in a busy, bustling environment with freshness and provenance of ingredients as a key priority
• Proven track record managing large kitchen teams
• A true passion for creativity whilst maintaining the integrity of our brand standards through the dishes on the menu
• A natural at leading and managing others, you lead by example and create an environment where your team can be their best self.
• Individuals. You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here.
• Passion for hospitality – whether that’s a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night.
• You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience.
• You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get stuff done.
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you…

• 28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension, and life insurance.
• Private Medical Insurance and a health care cash plan where you can claim cashback and book appointments.
• It’s Ok not to be Ok, we have a confidential hotline for any support you require about anything and a network of mental health first aiders
• Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners
• Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us
• Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift
• Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest (even if you decide to leave us!)
• Free night at The Hoxton every year and something a little extra £££ when you hit the big milestones!
• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands
• Training to get you settled into your role, learning academies to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make and thrive at work
• Regular team get togethers, from our team drinks to our (pretty special!) bi-annual parties – we know how to have a good time!
• Enhanced family leave for when you’re expanding your family
• An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact.