What We Value

At Ardent, everything starts with people. Whether you’re walking into one of our pubs or joining our team, you’ll be met with genuine warmth. We build pubs that are rooted in their communities, driven by purpose and built to last. With an unwavering dedication to quality and a culture that values respect, collaboration, and growth, Ardent is more than a company – it’s a place where people thrive, teams lead with conviction, and every pint poured carries the care of those behind it.

01. Give The Greatest Welcome

When you walk through the doors of one of our pubs, you’ll be welcomed with the warmth of your oldest friends.

02. Build Pubs With Purpose

We look to build pubs that are woven into the fabric of their areas, recognising the responsibility we have outside of our own four walls.

03. Pursue Quality Without Compromise

We approach every project with a relentless dedication to quality, driven by an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

04. Lead With Conviction

We believe we are growing the best teams to operate the best pubs in the world. Where others stop short, we always go that one step further.

Life at Ardent:

91% of our team would recommend a friend to work at Ardent. This speaks to the positive environment, strong team spirit, and shared pride in what we do.

70% of our managers have been internally promoted. We’re committed to nurturing talent and empowering our team with the support and opportunities they need to grow their careers in hospitality.

As of July 2025, we’ve trained 24 of our team members as Mental Health First Aiders in collaboration with Kelly’s Cause.

Every team member gets one paid day a year to support a charity of their choice. We want to give our teams the chance to give back to causes they care about and make a positive impact beyond the workplace.

87% of our team feels comfortable being their authentic selves at work. We’re proud to foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and free to be who they are.

We offer private healthcare for every team member after one year of service.
It’s one of the ways we invest in the long-term wellbeing and peace of mind of our team.

We’re proud to be on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 list, and CODE Hospitality’s Happiest Places to Work 2025 list. These recognitions highlight our commitment to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and grow.

Life at Ardent:

91% of our team would recommend a friend to work at Ardent. This speaks to the positive environment, strong team spirit, and shared pride in what we do.

70% of our managers have been internally promoted. We’re committed to nurturing talent and empowering our team with the support and opportunities they need to grow their careers in hospitality.

60% of our management team is female. We’re proud to champion equality and create meaningful opportunities for women to thrive in hospitality leadership.

87% of our team feels comfortable being their authentic selves at work. We’re proud to foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and free to be who they are.

We offer private healthcare for every team member after one year of service.
It’s one of the ways we invest in the long-term wellbeing and peace of mind of our team.

We’re proud to be on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 list. This recognition highlights our commitment to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and grow.