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Senior Sous Chef - Banqueting

The Belfry Hotel & Resort

Wishaw CP

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GBP 40,000 - 43,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Join a prestigious hotel as a Senior Sous Chef in the Banqueting Kitchen, renowned for exceptional culinary experiences. You will manage kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of quality while leading a skilled team. The role offers an attractive salary and amazing benefits in a beautiful resort setting.

Benefits

Discounted gym memberships

Mental health support

Wellness programmes

Subsidised taxi service

Complimentary meals during shifts

Qualifications

Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment.
Proven experience in a Senior Sous Chef or similar position.
Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

Oversee the operations of the Banqueting Kitchen.
Manage food preparation, production, and presentation.
Train and develop junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Food safety

Quality control

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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, are 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.

We are writing a new and exciting chapter in the history of The Belfry. A major expansion and renovation project has begun at our resort, due for completion in Autumn 2025. With a substantial investment in excess of £80 million, we are enriching our resort including the addition of a new event space, The Masters Suite, 149 extra bedrooms, a state-of-the-art leisure club, and much more.

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 unparalleled resort.

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

Salary

The on-target earning potential for this role is a £42,800 annual salary, comprising a base salary of £40,000 supplemented by an estimated £2,800 in gratuities per annum, ensuring a rewarding compensation package.

About The Role

As Senior Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in helping our Head Chef manage and oversee the operations of our busy Banqueting Kitchen, which services 24 banqueting rooms plus our brand-new Master Suite, set to open in August 2025 with a combined capacity of over 1,470 guests plus. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a growing team and contribute to the development of our facilities, especially with the upcoming opening of the new Master Suite.

You will be leading a team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, ensuring that all food prepared meets the highest standards of quality, presentation, and hygiene. Your experience in a high-pressure kitchen will be key to supporting the Head Chef, overseeing the kitchen staff, and maintaining 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.
Take charge of 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 that each service runs smoothly, ensuring 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 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.

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