Position: Banqueting Manager Salary of £30 000 depending on experience. Location: Hayes Kent BR2 7AL Athena is currently looking for a Banqueting Manager with strong Food and Beverage / Banqueting experience or a Conference and Banqueting / Events Assistant Manager looking for a Banqueting Manager role. Our client is an established conference, banqueting and leisure venue with a solid track record in Weddings, Banqueting and commercial conferences and they are looking for a manager capable of managing the operation and all additional services. The operation covers several bars, restaurant and conference and banqueting catering for functions / weddings / banquets up to 300 and outdoor events of 1,000 plus. Banqueting Manager - Key Responsibilities Oversight and support to all departments, conference, bars, banqueting, leisure provision Management and development of team members Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of all bars and catering operations. Ensure a consistent first-class service to guests Ensure that company high standards are adhered to. Ensure all sales activity is monitored in line with company policy. Manage departmental controls responsible for Sales, GP and NP targets. Support the company in the achievement/maintenance of quality awards Banqueting Manager - key attributes: Previous experience as Conference and Banqueting Manager, Assistant Manager, Food and Beverage, Shift Leader, Assistant Manager in similar-sized branded or independent operations. Solid experience in Banqueting and Weddings Demonstrate the ability to build on existing business adding value. Strong attention to detail and standards across the operation Superb opportunities for professional growth and development. Athena Resourcing Solutions is an employment agency and employment business. We are an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all races, genders, ages, religions and beliefs, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are deeply sorry, but it is not always possible to respond to each applicant personally. Only those applicants who are short listed for the position can be contacted. If you have not heard from us within two days, please assume that your application for this position has been unsuccessful. By submitting your CV to us and/or applying for any job vacancy advertised by us, you agree to your data being processed by us and to receive job alert emails / job related information or other career development related information.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Position: Banqueting Manager Salary of £30 000 depending on experience. Location: Hayes Kent BR2 7AL Athena is currently looking for a Banqueting Manager with strong Food and Beverage / Banqueting experience or a Conference and Banqueting / Events Assistant Manager looking for a Banqueting Manager role. Our client is an established conference, banqueting and leisure venue with a solid track record in Weddings, Banqueting and commercial conferences and they are looking for a manager capable of managing the operation and all additional services. The operation covers several bars, restaurant and conference and banqueting catering for functions / weddings / banquets up to 300 and outdoor events of 1,000 plus. Banqueting Manager - Key Responsibilities Oversight and support to all departments, conference, bars, banqueting, leisure provision Management and development of team members Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of all bars and catering operations. Ensure a consistent first-class service to guests Ensure that company high standards are adhered to. Ensure all sales activity is monitored in line with company policy. Manage departmental controls responsible for Sales, GP and NP targets. Support the company in the achievement/maintenance of quality awards Banqueting Manager - key attributes: Previous experience as Conference and Banqueting Manager, Assistant Manager, Food and Beverage, Shift Leader, Assistant Manager in similar-sized branded or independent operations. Solid experience in Banqueting and Weddings Demonstrate the ability to build on existing business adding value. Strong attention to detail and standards across the operation Superb opportunities for professional growth and development. Athena Resourcing Solutions is an employment agency and employment business. We are an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all races, genders, ages, religions and beliefs, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are deeply sorry, but it is not always possible to respond to each applicant personally. Only those applicants who are short listed for the position can be contacted. If you have not heard from us within two days, please assume that your application for this position has been unsuccessful. By submitting your CV to us and/or applying for any job vacancy advertised by us, you agree to your data being processed by us and to receive job alert emails / job related information or other career development related information.
Position: Conference and Banqueting Manager Salary of £30 000 depending on experience. Location: Hayes Kent BR2 Athena is currently looking for a Conference and Banqueting Manager with strong Food and Beverage / Conference and Banqueting experience or a Conference and Conference and Banqueting / Events Assistant Manager looking for a Conference and Banqueting Manager role. Our client is an established conference, Conference and Banqueting and leisure venue with a solid track record in Weddings, Conference and Banqueting and commercial conferences and they are looking for a manager capable of managing the operation and all additional services. The operation covers several bars, restaurant and conference and Conference and Banqueting catering for functions / weddings / banquets up to 300 and outdoor events of 1,000 plus. Conference and Banqueting Manager - Key Responsibilities Oversight and support to all departments, conference, bars, Conference and Banqueting, leisure provision Management and development of team members Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of all bars and catering operations. Ensure a consistent first-class service to guests Ensure that company high standards are adhered to. Ensure all sales activity is monitored in line with company policy. Monitor key departmental controls responsible for Sales, GP and NP targets. Support the company in the achievement/maintenance of quality awards Conference and Banqueting Manager - key attributes: Previous experience as Conference and Conference and Banqueting Manager, Assistant Manager, Food and Beverage, Shift Leader, Assistant Manager in similar-sized branded or independent operations. Solid experience in Conference and Banqueting and Weddings Demonstrate the ability to build on existing business adding value. Strong attention to detail and standards across the operation Superb 0pportunities for professional growth and development. Athena Resourcing Solutions is an employment agency and employment business. We are an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all races, genders, ages, religions and beliefs, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are deeply sorry, but it is not always possible to respond to each applicant personally. Only those applicants who are short listed for the position can be contacted. If you have not heard from us within two days, please assume that your application for this position has been unsuccessful. By submitting your CV to us and/or applying for any job vacancy advertised by us, you agree to your data being processed by us and to receive job alert emails / job related information or other career development related information.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Position: Conference and Banqueting Manager Salary of £30 000 depending on experience. Location: Hayes Kent BR2 Athena is currently looking for a Conference and Banqueting Manager with strong Food and Beverage / Conference and Banqueting experience or a Conference and Conference and Banqueting / Events Assistant Manager looking for a Conference and Banqueting Manager role. Our client is an established conference, Conference and Banqueting and leisure venue with a solid track record in Weddings, Conference and Banqueting and commercial conferences and they are looking for a manager capable of managing the operation and all additional services. The operation covers several bars, restaurant and conference and Conference and Banqueting catering for functions / weddings / banquets up to 300 and outdoor events of 1,000 plus. Conference and Banqueting Manager - Key Responsibilities Oversight and support to all departments, conference, bars, Conference and Banqueting, leisure provision Management and development of team members Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of all bars and catering operations. Ensure a consistent first-class service to guests Ensure that company high standards are adhered to. Ensure all sales activity is monitored in line with company policy. Monitor key departmental controls responsible for Sales, GP and NP targets. Support the company in the achievement/maintenance of quality awards Conference and Banqueting Manager - key attributes: Previous experience as Conference and Conference and Banqueting Manager, Assistant Manager, Food and Beverage, Shift Leader, Assistant Manager in similar-sized branded or independent operations. Solid experience in Conference and Banqueting and Weddings Demonstrate the ability to build on existing business adding value. Strong attention to detail and standards across the operation Superb 0pportunities for professional growth and development. Athena Resourcing Solutions is an employment agency and employment business. We are an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all races, genders, ages, religions and beliefs, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are deeply sorry, but it is not always possible to respond to each applicant personally. Only those applicants who are short listed for the position can be contacted. If you have not heard from us within two days, please assume that your application for this position has been unsuccessful. By submitting your CV to us and/or applying for any job vacancy advertised by us, you agree to your data being processed by us and to receive job alert emails / job related information or other career development related information.
Position: Food & Beverage Manager Salary of £35 000 depending on experience. Location: Hayes Kent BR2 7AL Athena is currently looking for a Banqueting Manager / Food & Beverage Manager with strong Food and Beverage / Banqueting experience or a Conference and Banqueting / Events Assistant Manager looking for a Banqueting Manager / Food & Beverage Manager role click apply for full job details
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Position: Food & Beverage Manager Salary of £35 000 depending on experience. Location: Hayes Kent BR2 7AL Athena is currently looking for a Banqueting Manager / Food & Beverage Manager with strong Food and Beverage / Banqueting experience or a Conference and Banqueting / Events Assistant Manager looking for a Banqueting Manager / Food & Beverage Manager role click apply for full job details
Role: Senior Bartender / Mixologist Location: Telford, England Salary: 14.24 per hour (including holiday pay) Job Type: Flexible shifts, events, and functions Are you a skilled bartender or mixologist looking for premium, flexible shifts across Telford's most dynamic events and functions? This is an excellent opportunity to bring your craft to a professional team supporting high-profile hospitality venues. From high-volume cocktail bars at exclusive functions to slick banqueting service, we are looking for reliable, well-presented bar professionals who thrive under pressure and bring energy, confidence, and flair to every shift. Why Apply for this Bartending Role in Birmingham? This position offers maximum flexibility across a variety of prestigious and professional settings: Competitive Pay: 14.24 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay). Total Flexibility: Choose the shifts that fit around your schedule across Telford and surrounding areas. Premier Venues: Work across high-end banquets, corporate conferences, luxury hospitality venues, and major public events. Supportive Environment: Work alongside a professional team of fellow hospitality experts. Ideal for Extra Income: Perfect for seasoned bartenders looking to supplement their income with high-paying freelance shifts. Key Responsibilities: Deliver exceptional bar and beverage service, ensuring guests receive a premium experience. Demonstrate strong knowledge of drinks service, pouring technique, and efficiency behind the bar. Assist with broader front-of-house duties when required, including high-end food and plate service. Maintain an immaculate, organised, and efficient bar environment during fast-paced service. Collaborate effectively with supervisors and event managers to ensure seamless operations. Represent the venue and agency with polished professionalism, punctuality, and a polite demeanour. What We Are Looking For: Proven experience working as a bartender in a busy, high-standard hospitality environment (hotels, cocktail bars, or large-scale events). A confident, engaging personality with excellent communication skills. Strong knowledge of drinks, standard cocktails, and classic bar service etiquette. Flawless presentation, reliability, and a proactive attitude. The ability to remain calm and efficient when the bar gets incredibly busy. Flexibility to travel to various venues in and around the Birmingham area. Requirements: You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to easily commute to shifts within Telford and surrounding areas. If you are a talented bartender looking for rewarding, flexible work with a great team, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to secure your next shift. Job Number: INDF&B / (phone number removed) Location: Telford Role: Experienced Bartender Consultant: Tony King Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 18, 2026
Seasonal
Role: Senior Bartender / Mixologist Location: Telford, England Salary: 14.24 per hour (including holiday pay) Job Type: Flexible shifts, events, and functions Are you a skilled bartender or mixologist looking for premium, flexible shifts across Telford's most dynamic events and functions? This is an excellent opportunity to bring your craft to a professional team supporting high-profile hospitality venues. From high-volume cocktail bars at exclusive functions to slick banqueting service, we are looking for reliable, well-presented bar professionals who thrive under pressure and bring energy, confidence, and flair to every shift. Why Apply for this Bartending Role in Birmingham? This position offers maximum flexibility across a variety of prestigious and professional settings: Competitive Pay: 14.24 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay). Total Flexibility: Choose the shifts that fit around your schedule across Telford and surrounding areas. Premier Venues: Work across high-end banquets, corporate conferences, luxury hospitality venues, and major public events. Supportive Environment: Work alongside a professional team of fellow hospitality experts. Ideal for Extra Income: Perfect for seasoned bartenders looking to supplement their income with high-paying freelance shifts. Key Responsibilities: Deliver exceptional bar and beverage service, ensuring guests receive a premium experience. Demonstrate strong knowledge of drinks service, pouring technique, and efficiency behind the bar. Assist with broader front-of-house duties when required, including high-end food and plate service. Maintain an immaculate, organised, and efficient bar environment during fast-paced service. Collaborate effectively with supervisors and event managers to ensure seamless operations. Represent the venue and agency with polished professionalism, punctuality, and a polite demeanour. What We Are Looking For: Proven experience working as a bartender in a busy, high-standard hospitality environment (hotels, cocktail bars, or large-scale events). A confident, engaging personality with excellent communication skills. Strong knowledge of drinks, standard cocktails, and classic bar service etiquette. Flawless presentation, reliability, and a proactive attitude. The ability to remain calm and efficient when the bar gets incredibly busy. Flexibility to travel to various venues in and around the Birmingham area. Requirements: You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to easily commute to shifts within Telford and surrounding areas. If you are a talented bartender looking for rewarding, flexible work with a great team, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to secure your next shift. Job Number: INDF&B / (phone number removed) Location: Telford Role: Experienced Bartender Consultant: Tony King Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Night Porter / Auditor - Accommodation Available - Forest Row, East Sussex If you are a bit of a night owl, and have a passion for excellent customer service then you may be just the person we are looking for to join our fantastic team as a Night Porter. A good dose of common sense is key. The role involves working nights (from 11am to 7.30am which includes a 0.5 hour unpaid break), at times by yourself during the shift. You will be trained in all aspects of the front office including reception, so that you are able to assist any late arrivals/early departures, and assist with late night/early morning room service requirements. This role has the opportunity to develop as part of a close knit team. Hospitality experience would be preferred, but not essential. Key Responsibilities: To ensure guests arriving and leaving the building are greeted and helped in a professional, courteous way. To oversee the smooth running of the car parking areas, organise car valeting, reserve parking spaces where necessary and ensure car keys are stored securely and accessibly. To act in a pro-active and efficient way when handling and storing luggage on arrival and departure. To ensure you possess, or are keen to develop, good local knowledge to be able to provide information regarding transport, entertainment and leisure available locally. To ensure you are aware of all in-house activities, conferences and functions taking place in the hotel each evening/night. To respond promptly and professionally to guest enquiries or complaints and to keep the night manager informed each day. To ensure the hotel's promise of a 24 hour service is fulfilled by deputising for Housekeeping, Food and Beverage and Kitchen Department as per agreed standards. To be aware of and knowledgeable concerning the Standard Operating Procedures for the role and ensure that all procedures are carried out to a high degree of efficiency. Night Porter Key Attributes To provide a warm. friendly welcome/au revoir to all our guests, and be both personable, attentive and professional at all times Have an excellent command of the English language both verbal and written Outstanding communication skills. Computer literate, ideally with experience in Opera Fidelio or similar advanced PMS systems. Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the highest level of customer service. Willing to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team when required Good attention to detail. Previous experience in a similar role and comfortable carrying out night audits would be desired. Keen to learn about the local area and hotel product knowledge If you feel that you can rise to this challenge, then please submit your application as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close the role early if sufficient applications are received. Due to our rural location you will need your own transport At Elite Hotels we have a single minded and unwavering goal to make every visit to our hotels a positive experience that customers feel compelled to talk about. About Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club: Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club is a stunning grade two listed country house set in 186 acres of beautiful grounds on the edge of the Ashdown Forest. With an award winning 4 red star Hotel, fine dining two rosette Anderida Restaurant, 3 lounges, 17 conference & banqueting rooms, Cocktail Bar, Brasserie, fully equipped Country Club and Spa, we offer our guests a complete experience. Why work at Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club: As an accredited Investor in People, we are dedicated to the development of our staff. Many of the team started out in junior roles, but have been offered training and promotional opportunities as their skills have grown. We are very fortunate to have a large percentage of long-term team members able to offer their experience and expertise to the next generation of hospitality professionals - this could be you! Benefits To support and reward our staff we offer: Generous share of the monthly Service Charge Career development with accredited training providers Enhanced holiday programme & reward scheme for long service Employee Assistance Programme - Hospitality Action Meals provided by our talented kitchen team We have plenty of free parking Generous 'Refer a Friend' bounty incentive We also have amazing recognition awards for exceptional customer service Reduced price stays in all of our hotels after successful completion of probation period where you are treated like a guest no matter who you are! (after successful completion of probation period) Discounts available for spa treatments and for food and beverage (after successful completion of probation period) Uniform provided Smart Penion Scheme which is linked to Smart Rewards which gives employees free, unlimited access to over 1200 discounts Access to Wagestream which helps you keep track of your earnings in real-time; gives you access to the wages you have earned; helps you to save wages; gives you access to a financial health score checker. Service Charge is dependant upon overall sales performance
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Night Porter / Auditor - Accommodation Available - Forest Row, East Sussex If you are a bit of a night owl, and have a passion for excellent customer service then you may be just the person we are looking for to join our fantastic team as a Night Porter. A good dose of common sense is key. The role involves working nights (from 11am to 7.30am which includes a 0.5 hour unpaid break), at times by yourself during the shift. You will be trained in all aspects of the front office including reception, so that you are able to assist any late arrivals/early departures, and assist with late night/early morning room service requirements. This role has the opportunity to develop as part of a close knit team. Hospitality experience would be preferred, but not essential. Key Responsibilities: To ensure guests arriving and leaving the building are greeted and helped in a professional, courteous way. To oversee the smooth running of the car parking areas, organise car valeting, reserve parking spaces where necessary and ensure car keys are stored securely and accessibly. To act in a pro-active and efficient way when handling and storing luggage on arrival and departure. To ensure you possess, or are keen to develop, good local knowledge to be able to provide information regarding transport, entertainment and leisure available locally. To ensure you are aware of all in-house activities, conferences and functions taking place in the hotel each evening/night. To respond promptly and professionally to guest enquiries or complaints and to keep the night manager informed each day. To ensure the hotel's promise of a 24 hour service is fulfilled by deputising for Housekeeping, Food and Beverage and Kitchen Department as per agreed standards. To be aware of and knowledgeable concerning the Standard Operating Procedures for the role and ensure that all procedures are carried out to a high degree of efficiency. Night Porter Key Attributes To provide a warm. friendly welcome/au revoir to all our guests, and be both personable, attentive and professional at all times Have an excellent command of the English language both verbal and written Outstanding communication skills. Computer literate, ideally with experience in Opera Fidelio or similar advanced PMS systems. Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the highest level of customer service. Willing to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team when required Good attention to detail. Previous experience in a similar role and comfortable carrying out night audits would be desired. Keen to learn about the local area and hotel product knowledge If you feel that you can rise to this challenge, then please submit your application as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close the role early if sufficient applications are received. Due to our rural location you will need your own transport At Elite Hotels we have a single minded and unwavering goal to make every visit to our hotels a positive experience that customers feel compelled to talk about. About Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club: Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club is a stunning grade two listed country house set in 186 acres of beautiful grounds on the edge of the Ashdown Forest. With an award winning 4 red star Hotel, fine dining two rosette Anderida Restaurant, 3 lounges, 17 conference & banqueting rooms, Cocktail Bar, Brasserie, fully equipped Country Club and Spa, we offer our guests a complete experience. Why work at Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club: As an accredited Investor in People, we are dedicated to the development of our staff. Many of the team started out in junior roles, but have been offered training and promotional opportunities as their skills have grown. We are very fortunate to have a large percentage of long-term team members able to offer their experience and expertise to the next generation of hospitality professionals - this could be you! Benefits To support and reward our staff we offer: Generous share of the monthly Service Charge Career development with accredited training providers Enhanced holiday programme & reward scheme for long service Employee Assistance Programme - Hospitality Action Meals provided by our talented kitchen team We have plenty of free parking Generous 'Refer a Friend' bounty incentive We also have amazing recognition awards for exceptional customer service Reduced price stays in all of our hotels after successful completion of probation period where you are treated like a guest no matter who you are! (after successful completion of probation period) Discounts available for spa treatments and for food and beverage (after successful completion of probation period) Uniform provided Smart Penion Scheme which is linked to Smart Rewards which gives employees free, unlimited access to over 1200 discounts Access to Wagestream which helps you keep track of your earnings in real-time; gives you access to the wages you have earned; helps you to save wages; gives you access to a financial health score checker. Service Charge is dependant upon overall sales performance
The Belfry Hotel & Resort
Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
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. At The Belfry, our flagship restaurant, the Ryder Restaurant holds 2 AA rosettes and serves 700 meals daily with a buffet for hotel guests and conference delegates. Skilled chefs use fresh ingredients to create innovative dishes. We also offer four other unique food outlets: Sam's Bar & Kitchen for classic pub-style dining, Rocca's for Italian cuisine, The Brabazon Bar for handcrafted Afternoon Teas, and the Pastry Kitchen for desserts. Our Banqueting team caters to various events, ensuring seamless experiences. Join our Kitchen team to learn from talented chefs and grow your culinary career, whether you're seasoned or just starting out. The Pastry Kitchen The Pastry Kitchen is a small but perfectly formed kitchen that produces desserts, pastries, cakes and sweet treats for the whole resort. Working alongside a great team of chefs, you will work together to deliver a variety of hand-crafted desserts to all of our food and beverage outlets.Our pastry kitchen produces a high volume of pastry and sweets to a very high standard, the team is headed up by our amazingly talented head pastry chef, who is passionate about developing our teams knowledge and skills to make our team the best patissiers in the business. Salary The on-target earning potential for this role is £39,186.44 annual salary, compromising of a base salary of £36,341.00 plus a qualified estimate of £2,845.44 gratuities per annum. 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 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
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
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. At The Belfry, our flagship restaurant, the Ryder Restaurant holds 2 AA rosettes and serves 700 meals daily with a buffet for hotel guests and conference delegates. Skilled chefs use fresh ingredients to create innovative dishes. We also offer four other unique food outlets: Sam's Bar & Kitchen for classic pub-style dining, Rocca's for Italian cuisine, The Brabazon Bar for handcrafted Afternoon Teas, and the Pastry Kitchen for desserts. Our Banqueting team caters to various events, ensuring seamless experiences. Join our Kitchen team to learn from talented chefs and grow your culinary career, whether you're seasoned or just starting out. The Pastry Kitchen The Pastry Kitchen is a small but perfectly formed kitchen that produces desserts, pastries, cakes and sweet treats for the whole resort. Working alongside a great team of chefs, you will work together to deliver a variety of hand-crafted desserts to all of our food and beverage outlets.Our pastry kitchen produces a high volume of pastry and sweets to a very high standard, the team is headed up by our amazingly talented head pastry chef, who is passionate about developing our teams knowledge and skills to make our team the best patissiers in the business. Salary The on-target earning potential for this role is £39,186.44 annual salary, compromising of a base salary of £36,341.00 plus a qualified estimate of £2,845.44 gratuities per annum. 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 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
