Senior Sous Chef - Banqueting

The Belfry; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hospitality venue is seeking a dynamic Senior Sous Chef to manage our Banqueting Kitchen. This role focuses on delivering exceptional culinary experiences for a high volume of events. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in banqueting and event catering, strong leadership skills, and a passion for maintaining high culinary standards. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits aimed at wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Discounted Gym Memberships

Access to Online Learning

Health Cash Plans

Free Meals During Shifts

Complimentary Parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-pressure kitchen environment.
• Strong background in banqueting and event catering.
• Proven track record in a Senior Sous Chef or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations in the Banqueting Kitchen.
• Lead food preparation for numerous events.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Train and develop junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Culinary Standards

Event Catering

Job description

Overview

The Belfry Hotel & Resort is an award-winning hotel with 300+ bedrooms and suites, multiple restaurants and bars, events and meetings spaces, a leisure club and spa. Our three golf courses, including The Brabazon, are recognised world-class and host major events. We offer a vibrant team environment across guest services and behind-the-scenes operations.

The Belfry has undergone an £80 million expansion and renovation, adding The Masters Suite, a new event space, 149 additional bedrooms, and a state-of-the-art leisure club, elevating the Belfry experience.

We were named in the 2024 Caterer’s Top 30 Best Places to Work and Springboard’s 2024 Best Employer. Join us as we unveil a new and unparalleled resort.

Banqueting

The Belfry Hotel & Resort is looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Sous Chef to join our Banqueting Kitchen Team. We are renowned for outstanding service and events, and we need a talented individual to help us deliver exceptional culinary experiences across a wide variety of events.

Salary

The on-target earning potential for this role is £42,845.44 annual salary, comprising a base salary of £40,000 plus an estimated £2,845.44 in gratuities per annum, ensuring a rewarding package.

About the role

As Senior Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in managing the operations of our busy Banqueting Kitchen, serving 24 banqueting rooms plus the Master Suite opening in August 2025 with a combined capacity of over 1,470 guests. You will contribute to developing our facilities and the upcoming Master Suite.

You will lead a team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, ensuring food meets high standards of quality, presentation, and hygiene. Your experience in a high-pressure kitchen will support the Head Chef, oversee kitchen staff, and maintain consistency during peak service times.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Banqueting Kitchen and managing the team
• Lead food preparation, production, and presentation for banquets, events, and functions
• Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards at all times
• Assist in training, motivating, and developing junior kitchen team
• Ensure efficient stock control and manage kitchen supplies
• Ensure each service runs smoothly, maintaining quality and consistency
• Be an ambassador for the team and the resort, promoting a positive kitchen culture

Ideal Candidate

• You’ll come from a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment with a strong background in banqueting and event catering
• Proven experience in a Senior Sous Chef or similar position within a large-scale operation
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage a diverse team
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with an ability to work under pressure
• Passionate about delivering exceptional food and maintaining high culinary standards
• A keen interest in developing new ideas and contributing to the growth of the resort

Belfry Benefits

Learning & Development

We inspire and develop our team through on-the-job coaching, mentoring, in-house training, and access to our online learning platform, The Belfry Campus. We offer apprenticeships and our LEAD development programme to grow team members into leadership roles. We promote internally where possible and support development plans to help you achieve your potential.

Wellness

We prioritise wellbeing with discounted gym memberships, wellness programmes, mental health support, funded counselling, healthcare schemes including life assurance and 24-hour GP services, and health cash-plans. Our cycle-to-work scheme supports sustainable travel. Wagestream enables wage access on your terms, and we offer a menopause support programme.

Showing our appreciation

We recognise team members through Belfry Awards, long-service recognition, and extra holidays for loyalty and events. Benefits include discounts at resort restaurants, bars, spa, and golf for you and your friends and family, access to Perkbox for discounts and rewards, free parking, subsidised taxi service, and complimentary meals during shifts.

Making a difference

We are committed to sustainability with a Silver Award from Green Tourism and GEO Certification. The Belfry spans 550 acres in the Midlands and prioritises giving back to the local community and wildlife. We embed ESG into our actions, including charity initiatives and golf course maintenance; we track charitable work at personal, departmental, and resort levels.

Our Values

We are a community that values each individual’s contribution and growth, supporting each other’s success across all departments and roles. Our Belfry Beliefs – Make a Difference, Own Our Actions, Better Together, and Deliver Every Day – form the foundation of our culture.