Head Chef

Stonegate Group; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Stonegate Group, un leader dans l'hospitalité britannique, recherche un Chef de Cuisine talentueux pour rejoindre son équipe à Danson Stables. Dans ce rôle clé, vous serez responsable de la direction culinaire, du mentors de l'équipe et de la création d'une ambiance accueillante et efficace dans un cadre historique.

Benefits

Réduction de 25% sur la nourriture et les boissons via l'application MiXR

Réductions chez les détaillants du centre-ville

Accès VIP à nos pubs et bars

Tarifs de réduction d'entreprise David Lloyd

Accès anticipé aux salaires via Wagestream

Programme de parrainage jusqu'à 1000 £

Qualifications

• Standard élevé de connaissances culinaires et compétences avec des ingrédients frais.
• Encadrant né, prêt à diriger une équipe de chefs.
• Connaissance à jour des exigences légales et de sécurité.

Responsibilities

• Recruter et intégrer de nouveaux membres d'équipe.
• Diriger et développer l'équipe en cuisine.
• Maintenir des normes élevées d'hygiène et de sécurité.

Skills

Leadership

Gestion de la sécurité alimentaire

Connaissance des ingrédients frais

Job description

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 Danson Stables. 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…

• A high standard of food knowledge and skill with full fresh ingredients from scratch
• A born leader who wants to drive a team of hardworking, friendly, and ambitious chefs working towards excellence
• Up-to-date knowledge of COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, and legal requirements
• A willingness to develop personally while also advancing the brigade at Danson Stables

Some of your responsibilities as a Head Chef will include:

• Hiring and onboarding new team members in an inclusive and welcoming manner
• Leading, guiding, and developing your kitchen team, ensuring access to ongoing training and growth opportunities
• Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety, creating a safe and organized workspace
• Managing the kitchen schedule to ensure efficient staffing and meet labour targets
• Conducting regular stock checks to control costs and meet performance goals
• Proactively increasing sales and driving growth by fostering strong relationships between kitchen and front-of-house teams

A little about us…

We’re a small group of handpicked locals—your home for British hospitality. Located in a Grade-II listed building dating back to the 1700s, Danson Stables offers delicious British classics and inspired dishes, alongside a selection of fine wines, spirits, cocktails, and local craft beers. Whether guests visit for pub lunch, a fire pit pint in our secret garden, celebrations, or a casual day out, Danson Stables provides a welcoming atmosphere surrounded by beautiful Danson Park.

What’s in it for you?

• Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and your friends across our managed estate
• Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Discounts across high street retailers
• VIP access to our pubs and bars
• David Lloyd Corporate Discount Rates
• Wagestream – Early access to earned wages
• Referral scheme of up to £1000 per successful hire

At Stonegate Group, we’re proud to be the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues, with brands like Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, and Popworld. For more about a career with us, visit our website.

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Danson Stables directly to arrange support or accommodations.