Chef de Partie

The Belfry - Kitchen - Banqueting; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Complimentary meals during shifts

Resort-wide employee discounts

Perkbox discounts

Job summary

The Belfry Hotel & Resort in Sutton Coldfield is seeking a Chef de Partie in the Banqueting kitchen to prepare menus for conferences and events. You’ll work to hotel occupancy levels, pre‑prepare for the coming week, and may take ownership of the kitchen in the absence of management.

You will be responsible for delivering beautifully crafted food with local ingredients, managing allergens, and ensuring compliance through temperature logging and accurate service during busy periods.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential.
• Passion for food and working with seasonal ingredients.
• Standards-driven with attention to portion control and wastage logging.
• Ability to develop strong relationships within the team.
• Understanding COSHH and HACCP on food storage is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items for conferences and events based on hotel occupancy.
• Take ownership of the kitchen in the absence of management.
• Cook and deliver high-quality dishes using local ingredients.
• Ensure allergens and dietary safety are maintained.
• Maintain temperature logs for hot items and refrigerators for compliance.
• Support the team to ensure fast, accurate service.

Skills

Excellent communication

Presentation skills

Passionate about food

Attention to detail

Portion control & wastage logging

COSHH & HACCP knowledge

Job description

The Belfry Hotel & Resort is an award-winning destination with 450+ luxurious rooms and suites, a selection of vibrant restaurants and bars, versatile event and meeting spaces and a relaxing leisure club and spa. Our three exceptional golf courses - including the legendary Brabazon - are celebrated around the world. Whether you're inspired by our iconic fairways, drawn to the tranquillity of the spa, excited by guest-facing roles, or energised by the work behind the scenes, you'll find your place within our dynamic and welcoming team.

The Belfry has undergone a major expansion and renovation with an investment of over £80 million, marking an exciting chapter in our history. The resort has been transformed with the addition of The Masters Suite, a stunning new event space, a state-of-the-art leisure club plus 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 2026 Caterer’s Top 30 Best Places to Work and the Sunday Times Top 10 Places to Work 2026. Our Banqueting team bring unforgettable events to life at The Belfry. From elegant weddings and private parties to BBQs, live cooking stations, and on-course dining experiences, the Banqueting team ensures every detail runs seamlessly. In the kitchen, you’ll learn from talented chefs and develop your culinary skills in a fast-paced, inspiring environment, whether you’re just starting your career or already a seasoned professional. Join us, and be part of a team that creates exceptional moments and delicious memories for every guest.

Salary

The base annual rate for this role is £29,163.26 per annum, plus service charge.

About the role

As a Chef de Partie within the Banqueting kitchen, your day will be focused on the preparation of menus items for conferences and events, numbers based on hotel occupancy for the resort and you will prepare food in advance for the coming week. You may also be expected to take ownership for the kitchen in the absence of the kitchen management team.

You will also be responsible for:

• Cooking and delivering beautifully crafted food using the best ingredients sourced from local suppliers
• Understanding the importance of allergens and dietary safety within your kitchen
• All temperature logging for hot items and refrigerators to ensure full compliance
• Running a section of the kitchen throughout a busy service and providing support to your team mates to ensure a fast and accurate delivery
• Clearing and cleaning of your section and other areas of the kitchen to ensure we remain compliant

About you

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and presentation skills.

In addition, you will be:

• Passionate about food and working with seasonal ingredients
• Standards-driven, with a fantastic eye for detail
• Experienced in taking ownership over your section and working towards guidelines of portion control including weights and measurements and logging all wastage for more accurate GP %
• Able to develop strong relationships with your team, and colleagues
• Proficient in understanding of COSHH and HACCP on food storage

Learning & Development

We invest in our people through hands‑on coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of in‑house training, supported by our online learning hub, The Belfry Campus. Apprenticeships across multiple roles offer nationally recognised qualifications, while our LEAD development programme supports career progression from entry level to senior leadership. We proudly promote from within wherever possible, with clear development pathways to help you reach your full potential.

Wellness

• Your wellbeing matters. In partnership with The Burnt Chef Project, we offer mental health support and funded counselling, alongside life assurance, 24/7 GP access, health cash plans, and menopause support.
• Wagestream helps you manage your earnings and savings, while our Cycle2Work scheme and discounted gym memberships encourage a healthy lifestyle.

Showing Our Appreciation

• We recognise and reward our teams through the Belfry Awards, long service recognition, loyalty rewards, and additional holidays.
• Enjoy generous discounts across the resort for you, friends, and family, plus everyday savings through Perkbox.
• Free onsite parking and complimentary meals during shifts are also provided.

Making a Difference

Sustainability and community are at the heart of what we do. Set within 550 acres, we are proud holders of Earthcheck, Green Tourism, and GEO certifications. Our ESG led approach drives meaningful community impact and charitable fundraising, alongside our commitment to environmental stewardship.

Our Values

Working here means being part of a supportive, values driven community. Our Belfry Beliefs - Make a Difference, Own Our Actions, Better Together, and Deliver Every Day - guide how we work, support one another, and succeed together.