Banqueting Sous Chef

The Belfry; Mere Green; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel and resort in England seeks a Banqueting Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. Responsibilities include preparing exquisite menu items, ensuring kitchen safety standards, and supporting team development. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced culinary environment, a passion for quality food, and strong leadership abilities. This role offers a competitive salary with additional gratuities, a supportive work culture focused on leadership development, and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Discounted gym memberships

Health and wellness support

Complimentary meals during shifts

Access to Perkbox discounts

Awards for team recognition

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Set up and preparation of menu items ready for food service.
• Cooking and delivering beautifully crafted food using the best ingredients.
• Responsibility for running a safe and compliant kitchen.
• Running a section of the kitchen throughout a busy service and providing support to teammates.
• Management, training and development of the team.
• Opportunities to order stock, write menus alongside the head chef.

Skills

Fast-paced kitchen experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational abilities

Teamwork

Education

Experience as Sous Chef or similar

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Set up and preparation of menu items ready for food service, 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 your teammates to ensure a fast and accurate delivery.
• Management, training and development.
• Opportunities to order stock, write menus alongside the head chef, and help implement menu ideas.

Qualifications

• 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.

The Belfry Hotel & Resort

The Belfry Hotel & Resort is an award‑winning hotel, home to 300+ luxurious bedrooms and suites, several restaurants and bars, events and meetings spaces, a leisure club and spa. Our three golf courses, including The Brabazon, recognised as world‑class, and home to this year's Betfred British Masters. Whether you're drawn to our iconic golf courses, the serenity of the spa, the excitement of guest services, or our behind‑the‑scenes operations, there's a place for you in our vibrant team.

The Belfry has undergone a major expansion and renovation with an investment of over £80 million, marking a new and exciting chapter in our history. The resort has been transformed with the addition of The Masters Suite, a stunning new event space, 149 additional bedrooms, a state‑of‑the‑art leisure club and a host of other enhancements that elevate the Belfry experience like never before. We believe in taking care of our team just as much as we do our guests. That's why we were named in the 2024 Caterer's Top 30 Best Places to Work, as well as Springboard's 2024 Best Employer. So, join us on our journey as we unveil a new and unprecedented resort.

Benefits & Perks

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.

Wellness: 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.

Showing our appreciation: 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.

Making a difference: 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. Our Values: 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.

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.