Sous Chef - Pastry

The-Belfry; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

The Belfry Campus training

Mental health support

Cycle2Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Free onsite parking

Job summary

The Belfry is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to lead the pastry team in crafting desserts, pastries, and sweet treats for the resort. You’ll train staff, develop menus with kitchen managers, and ensure high standards using seasonal, local ingredients.

Experience at pastry sous chef level, strong communication, and leadership skills are essential. The role offers a comprehensive development program and a supportive, wellbeing‑oriented work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pastry Sous Chef or higher.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Inspirational leadership and strong communication.
• Passion for fine food and seasonal ingredients.
• Standards-driven with eye for detail and portion control.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare menu items for service based on occupancy.
• Cook and deliver desserts and pastries using high‑quality ingredients.
• Run a safe, compliant kitchen and oversee a section during busy service.
• Lead, train and develop team members; assist with menu ideas with kitchen managers.
• Possible deputising for Head Chef and managing wastage for GP accuracy.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Team management

Attention to detail

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.

Kitchen - Pastry

Step into the heart of sweetness at The Belfry’s Pastry Kitchen. Here, our talented team of chefs craft exquisite desserts, pastries, cakes, and sweet treats for every corner of the resort. From hand-crafted creations for our food and beverage outlets to high-volume production at world-class standards, no two days are the same. Join our team, and you’ll be part of a passionate, creative environment where your skills help delight guests and bring a touch of magic to every dining experience.

Salary

The base annual rate for this role is £38,557.83 per annum, plus service charge.

About the Role

As a Sous Chef your day will be focused on the running, training and development of the team to deliver our desserts and pastries to the resort.

• Set up and preparation of menus 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 kitchen managers, implement menu ideas
• Deputising for the Head Chef

About you

The ideal candidate will have experience in as a Pastry Sous Chef or above and possess excellent communication and presentation skills.

In addition, you will be:

An inspirational leader, a quick thinker and a brilliant communicator

Passionate about fine 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.

Belfry Benefits

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.

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.