Banqueting Chef

Hotel du Vin; Leigh Woods; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff room discounts

Discounted room rate

Dine discount

Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes

High street discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare cash plans

Referral schemes

Uniform

Wellness & campaign days

Wagestream access

Complimentary stays on anniversaries

Brain Charity sponsorship

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Hotel du Vin Avon Gorge is seeking a talented Banqueting Chef to lead the kitchen for our events programme in Clifton Village. You will own the banqueting kitchen during a busy calendar of weddings, private dining and corporate events, delivering quality dishes at scale without compromising presentation or flavour.

Working with an experienced hotel team, you will plan and organise service, manage the kitchen during peak times and maintain consistently high standards across diverse functions.

Qualifications

• Experience as Banqueting Chef, Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in hotel/events.
• Experience delivering weddings, private dining, Christmas parties, corporate events.
• Ability to lead a kitchen during busy service periods.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Passion for fresh food and consistently high standards.
• Enjoys the buzz and variety of hotel banqueting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the banqueting kitchen operation for the events programme.
• Plan, organise and oversee service for weddings, parties and corporate events.
• Maintain high standards across a wide range of functions and menus.
• Collaborate with the hotel team to ensure memorable guest food experiences.

Skills

Banqueting experience

Event catering

Team leadership

Organisation

Food quality

Banqueting energy

Job description

Set in the heart of the stunning Clifton Village, overlooking the iconic Avon Gorge, Hotel du Vin Avon Gorge is preparing for one of the busiest and most rewarding times of the year, and we're looking for a talented Banqueting Chef to lead the kitchen operation for our events programme. From glamorous Christmas party nights and elegant winter weddings to corporate lunches, private dining experiences, celebrations and seasonal dinners, you'll take ownership of the banqueting kitchen during a packed calendar of events. No two days will be the same, and you'll play a key role in delivering memorable food experiences for every guest who walks through our doors. Working alongside an experienced hotel team, you'll be responsible for planning, organising and leading the banqueting kitchen operation, ensuring consistently high standards across a wide variety of functions. Whether it's a three-course Christmas dinner, an intimate private dining event or a corporate celebration, you'll thrive on delivering great food in a fast-paced environment. We’re looking for a chef who genuinely enjoys events catering, understands the importance of organisation and preparation, and takes pride in producing quality dishes at scale without compromising on presentation or flavour.

• Previous experience as a Banqueting Chef, Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie within a hotel or events environment
• Strong experience delivering weddings, private dining, Christmas parties and corporate events
• Ability to lead a kitchen team during busy service periods
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A passion for fresh food and consistently high standards
• Someone who enjoys the buzz and variety that comes with hotel banqueting

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in one of Bristol's most recognisable hotel locations, leading a varied and exciting events operation while delivering unforgettable experiences for guests celebrating some of life's biggest occasions. If you're an experienced chef who enjoys the energy of banqueting and wants to be part of a successful kitchen brigade at Hotel du Vin Avon Gorge, we'd love to hear from you.

Purchased 2015 78 Bedrooms 91-seater restaurant, overlooking the terrace and bridge Spacious pub and terrace 3 Private Event Spaces - seating up to 144 Boasting fantastic panoramic views of the Suspension Bridge and Gorge, an idyllic position in the heart of Clifton Village's Georgian splendor. If ever there was a city with a story to tell, it's Bristol. Enveloped in the hills of South-West, it has its own unmistakable identity. With a host of iconic cultural attractions born out of the city's centuries-old heritage and irrepressible creative spirit. Float over historic landmarks in a beautiful balloon, seek out world-class street art and follow the sound of live music flowing into cobbled streets.

In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
• Cycle to work scheme - save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
• A decent uniform that doesn't make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like - Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
• We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it's earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you're already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family

Our Sustainability Goals

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round
• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace