Sous Chef

Heritage Pubs - Stonegate Group; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub group is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their team at Danson Stables, where you'll produce exceptional dishes and lead the kitchen brigade. This role combines culinary excellence with team management and offers development opportunities within a well-known hospitality brand.

Benefits

Reward Card - 25% off food and drink

Flexible working

Stonegate Xtra Rewards

VIP entry to pubs and bars

Corporate Discounts

Discounted Dental Insurance

Wagestream - Early access to earned wages

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef.
• Up-to-date knowledge of Food Safety, H&S and COSHH.
• Willingness to develop and grow within the company.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality dishes as per specifications.
• Support recruitment and induction of kitchen staff.
• Manage kitchen operations and train team.

Skills

Food Knowledge

Team Management

Problem Solving

Education

Food Safety Certification

COSHH Certification

Job description

Sous Chef

Danson Stables

Sous Chef

We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef or a Junior Sous Chef ready for their next step. Sous Chefs are at the heart of our kitchens, with a true passionate focus on delivering exceptional dishes whilst guiding their brigade forward at Danson Stables.

Do you have…

• High standard of food knowledge and skill with an eagerness to deliver delicious food using only fresh ingredients at Danson Stables

• The experience to assist in managing and supervising the kitchen team

• An up-to-date COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal knowledge

• A willingness to develop on a personal level in this quickly expanding collection of pubs.

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

• Produce high-quality dishes in line with the specifications at Danson Stables

• Supporting the Head Chef with recruitment and induction of new team members

• Ensure that the kitchen always operates effectively and efficiently

• Deputise in the absence of a Head Chef planning and directing food preparation where necessary

• Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and take control of any problematic situation

• Manage and train kitchen team to ensure overall team performance is at its highest at all times

• Order supplies and stock inventory appropriately

• Overseeing deliveries

• Conduct kitchen audits in line with company expectations, always maintaining the operational standards

• Assist with stock-taking and periodic audits

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 Pubs

• 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

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: DB1339660BexSC