TSC Award 2025 Member of the Year: Kieran Irvin

The 2025 Staff Canteen Member of the Year award was presented to Kieran Irvin, head chef at The Angel of Corbridge in Northumberland, recognising his outstanding contribution to the hospitality community and his dedication to craft, mentorship, and leadership.

Kieran’s journey to this accolade began well before the award, having been named Member of the Month in October 2024, making him one of the first frontrunners in the annual competition. For Kieran, the recognition is both humbling and exhilarating.

“It feels amazing,” he said. “Just being from a little pub in Northumberland, seeing all your peers here, it was breathtaking. There is nowhere like The Staff Canteen community.”

At The Angel of Corbridge, Kieran has become synonymous with consistency, creativity, and leadership. His approach to cooking combines respect for local ingredients with inventive

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techniques, ensuring that dishes are both rooted in Northumberland tradition and elevated to contemporary fine dining standards.

Beyond the kitchen, Kieran is committed to fostering a positive and collaborative environment for his team, nurturing talent and encouraging growth at every level.

Kieran’s recognition as Member of the Year is a celebration not only of his skill as a chef but also of his wider contribution to the hospitality industry.

He embodies the values of The Staff Canteen community: professionalism, mentorship, and a genuine passion for the craft.

From a small pub in Northumberland to national recognition, Kieran Irvin represents the dedication, talent, and spirit of chefs across the UK.

His win underscores the importance of community, collaboration, and the impact a chef can have both within their own kitchen and across the wider industry.