About Us
Stonegate Group is the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues, including Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, and Popworld, to name a few. We’re proud of our diverse portfolio and deeply committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality in all its forms—including neurodiversity. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive.
Danson Stables
Danson Stables is a traditional pub serving delicious food and drinks in the heart of Danson Park, housed in an original Grade‑II listed 1700s building.
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, helping create a thriving, well‑run kitchen while mentoring and supporting your team as they develop.
Qualifications
- 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 toward excellence
- Up‑to‑date with COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, and legal knowledge
- A willingness to develop on a personal level while propelling the brigade forward at Danson Stables
Responsibilities
- Hiring and onboarding 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
About the Venue
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. Our food menu brims with a range of British classics and inspired indulgences. Our drinks span 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, 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.
Benefits
- 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
- Stream – early access to your earned wages
- Referral scheme of up to £1,000 per person
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.
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