Head Chef

Heritage Pubs - Stonegate Group; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub chain is seeking a skilled Head Chef for Danson Stables to oversee kitchen operations and uphold food quality. This role involves leading a team, managing schedules, and ensuring hygiene standards while enhancing the guest dining experience. Join a company with a strong presence in British hospitality and enjoy various employee benefits.

Benefits

Reward Card for 25% off food and drink

Online benefits portal for discounts

VIP entry to pubs and bars

Flexible working hours

David Lloyd Corporate Discount Rates

Discounted Dental Insurance

Wagestream for early access to wages

Referral scheme of up to £1000

Qualifications

• High standard of food knowledge and skills with fresh ingredients.
• Leadership ability to drive a team towards excellence.
• Up-to-date knowledge of COSHH and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Hiring and onboarding new kitchen team members.
• Leading and developing the kitchen team with ongoing training.
• Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene and safety.

Skills

Food knowledge

Leadership

Team management

Kitchen hygiene

Food safety

COSHH knowledge

Job description

Head Chef

Danson Stables

Head Chef

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 who are working towards the common goal of excellence

• Up-to-date with COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal knowledge

• A willingness to develop on a personal level whilst also propelling the brigade forward at Danson Stables

Some of the things you will be doing as a Head Chef

• Hiring and onboarding of new team members in an inclusive and welcoming manner.

• Leading, guiding, and developing your kitchen team, ensuring they have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities.

• Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety, creating a safe and organised workspace for all.

• Managing the kitchen schedule to ensure efficient staffing while meeting labour targets.

• Conducting regular stock checks to ensure cost management and meet performance goals.

• Taking a proactive approach to increasing sales and driving growth by fostering strong relationships between kitchen and front-of-house teams.

A little bit about us…

We're a small batch of handpicked locals – your home for British hospitality. Regardless of the occasion, we’re here to serve great-tasting food and drink, with our guests at the heart of everything we do.. Originally built in the 1700s, this Grade-II listed building is home to Danson Stables, the traditional pub serving delicious food and drinks in the heart of Danson Park. Our food menu is brimming with a range of British classics and inspired indulgences, and our drinks offer spans fine wines, spirits, cocktails and, of course, pale ales and craft beers, bringing Bexley Heath the best in regional, local and seasonal specials – including Bexley’s own beer! Whether our guests are joining us for pub lunch surrounded by glorious countryside, a pint by the fire pit in our secret garden, a large celebration or just a simple day out, Danson Stables is the perfect spot for it.

What's in it for you?

• Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and ALL your friends across our Managed Estate

• Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers

• VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars

• Stonegate Hotel Discounts

• Flexible working

• David Lloyd Corporate Discount Rates

• Discounted Dental Insurance

• Wagestream – Early access to your earned wages

• Referral schemeof up to £1000 per person

At Stonegate Group, we're proud to be the biggest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues in the United Kingdom. Our leading brands are diverse and well-known, including names like Slug & Lettuce, Be At One and Popworld. Find out more about a career with Stonegate Group at www.stonegatecareers.co.uk

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact Danson Stables directly.

Job Reference: DB1339664BexHC