Chef de Partie - Ryder

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.



Step inside the heart of The Ryder Restaurant kitchen, where world-class food
comes to life. Our theatre-style kitchen is the engine behind every dish, from
our stunning 2-rosette À la Carte creations to seasonal world buffet dishes and
Sunday Carveries. Working in this dynamic, high-volume kitchen, you’ll learn from
talented chefs in a fast-paced, professional environment. Join us, and be part
of the team that makes every plate exceptional.

Salary

The base
annual rate for this role is £32728.89 per annum, plus service charge.

About the
role

A Chef de
Partie within the Ryder Restaurant 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 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.

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.


Wellness



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.