Banqueting Sous Chef – The Belfry Hotel & Resort
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About the Role
As a Banqueting Sous Chef your day will be focused on the running, training and development of the team to deliver our stunning banqueting menus. You will be an inspirational leader, a quick thinker and a brilliant communicator.
Key Responsibilities
* Set up and preparation of menu items ready for food service, with numbers based on hotel occupancy for the resort
* Cooking and delivering beautifully crafted food using the best ingredients sourced from local suppliers
* Responsibility for running a safe and compliant kitchen
* Running a section of the kitchen throughout a busy service and providing support to teammates to ensure a fast and accurate delivery
* Management, training and development of staff
* Opportunities to order stock, write menus alongside the head chef, and help implement menu ideas
Ideal Candidate
* Experience working in a fast‑paced kitchen environment, ideally with some exposure to banqueting or event catering.
* A background in a Sous Chef or similar role within a hotel or large‑scale kitchen.
* Strong communication skills, with a focus on teamwork and supporting senior kitchen staff.
* Good organisational abilities, able to work efficiently and manage time effectively under pressure.
* Passionate about producing quality food and eager to learn and grow in a culinary career.
* A proactive attitude with a willingness to contribute ideas and improve processes where possible.
Salary
The on‑target earning potential for this role is £38,637.32 annual salary, comprising a base salary of £36,341.00 plus a qualified estimate of £2,296.32 gratuities per annum.
Belfry Benefits
We inspire and develop our team through on‑the‑job coaching & mentoring, in‑house training and provide access to our online learning platform, The Belfry Campus. We offer apprenticeships in a host of subjects delivering nationally recognised qualifications to help advance careers, and our LEAD development programme empowers and inspires our teams to grow from Team Member through to Executive roles. We aim to promote internally where possible, nurture ambition and ensure all our team looking to progress have development plans in place, to support you to achieve your potential.
We prioritise your wellbeing with discounted gym memberships and wellness programmes for personal growth. Partnering with The Burnt Chef Project, we offer mental health support and access to funded counselling. Our healthcare schemes include life assurance, 24‑hour GP services, and health cash‑plans, while our Menopause Support programme provides tailored assistance. With Wagestream access, you can easily track earnings, manage savings, and access wages on your terms, promoting financial wellness. Our Cycle2Work scheme supports sustainable travel for environmental and team wellbeing.
We appreciate our team with our annual Belfry Awards, long service recognition, and extra holidays for loyalty and team events. Enjoy discounts at our resort's restaurants, bars, spa, and golf, for you and your friends & family. Access to Perkbox provides discounts & vouchers for everyday use plus on‑the‑spot rewards for your hard work. We provide free parking, a subsidised taxi service, and complimentary meals during shifts.
We are committed to sustainability and are proud of our Silver Award from Green Tourism and GEO Certification. The Belfry, spanning 550 acres in the Midlands, prioritises giving back to our local community and protecting wildlife. We integrate ESG into everything we do, from charity initiatives, raising over £20,000 last year, to golf course maintenance. We track charitable work at personal, departmental, and resort‑wide levels to showcase our community contributions.
Working here is more than ‘just a job’: we are a community that values each individual’s contribution and growth, whilst supporting each other’s success – regardless of department or role. Our Belfry Beliefs – Make a Difference, Own Our Actions, Better Together, and Deliver Every Day – aren't just words; they're the foundation of our culture and the essence of who we are.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Management and Manufacturing.
Industry: Hospitality.
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