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.
KITCHEN'S At The Belfry, our flagship restaurant, the Ryder Grill, 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 Clubhouse 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.
Salary The on-target earning potential for this role is £32523.00 annual salary, compromising of a base salary of £30526.00 plus a qualified estimate of £1997 gratuities per annum About the role A Chef de Partie within the Ryder Grill kitchen your day will be focused on the À la Carte menu, you will have five and a half hours preparation time Monday to Saturday working from specification sheets to get all food items ready to serve.
Set up and preparation of menus items for your section ready for food service, 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 have a minimum of 2 years' of experience in a fine dining kitchen and 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.
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.
If you're seeking a place where you can contribute, grow, and have a lasting impact – then the Belfry Hotel & Resort is the place for you.