Sous Chef
Sutton Coldfield
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Sous Chef to work in our dynamic Sam's Clubhouse Kitchen team at The Belfry, Englands leading Hotel and Resort. We have 320 bedrooms, 2 Rosette standard dining, five food and beverage outlets, fantastic leisure facilities including our 20 treatment rooms & pool and of course, what we are famous forgolf.
We have a really exciting development taking place at The Belfry, which will see the expansion of the resort with an 852sqm event space, 100+ extra bedrooms, a state-of-the-art leisure club, and much more.
Join us on our journey as we unveil a new and unparalleled experience for our guests.
Sams Clubhouse
Overlooking our stunning PGA golf course, our high-volume sports bar, Sams Clubhouse, is the perfect place to relax after a days golfing. This bar is busy all day, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The menu in Sams Club House is a mixture of clubhouse classics and Belfry touches from sharing boards, burgers, and buckets of wings to wraps, pies and catch of the day In summer season the outside patio and bar opens and can provide dining options for up to 250 guests at any time and approximately 500 covers per day.
Salary
The on target earning potential for this role is £38,025 annual salary, compromising of a base salary of £35,279 plus a qualified estimate of £2,746 gratuities per annum
About the role
As Sous Chef within Sams Clubhouse kitchen your day will be focused on ensuring the kitchen brigade are working towards producing the Sams menu to a very high, consistent standard.
You will also be responsible for:
Understanding the importance of allergens and dietary safety within your kitchen
Running a safe and compliant kitchen
All temperature logging for hot items and refrigerators to ensure full compliance
Running of the kitchen throughout a busy service and providing support to your team to ensure a fast and accurate delivery.
Clearing and cleaning of your section and other areas of the kitchen to ensure we remain compliant
Ordering stock, implement specials menu ideas
Management, training and development
Deputising for the Head Chef
About you
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a fast pace kitchen at Sous Chef level 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 quality 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
Wellness
Discounted gym membership and access to team-led fitness sessions, such as our Belfry running club
Team social events throughout the year
Belfry-wide wellness programme with external speakers, focusing on mind, body & soul
The Burnt Chef Project partnership, offering unlimited, fully-funded counselling and mental health support
Wagestream access to all employees track earnings, saving accounts, and access to wages when you want
Healthcare schemes: life assurance, 24-hour GP, health cash-plans
Employee Assistance Programme
The Belfry is committed to the Hoteliers Charter, demonstrating our commitment to our people
Showing some appreciation
Long service awards
Additional paid holiday for long service
Reward Vouchers
Free meals on shift in our canteen
Annual Belfry awards
Team appreciation events
Fantastic resort discounts across restaurants, bars, retail, and golf
Bed & Breakfast from £35 per room
Free staff parking
Subsidised taxi service for those who dont drive
Live-in accommodation for up to 3 months
Relocation bonuses
Learning & Development
Excellent training and career opportunities
Internal career pathways programmes
Access to The Belfry Campus Learning
Commitment to developing our team through apprenticeship programmes
Making a difference
Belfry ESG committee, dedicated to delivering an environmentally sustainable business
Supporting industry, local and national charities
Pledges made on Make Good Grow, offering our teams expertise and support to good causes
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