Sous Chef

Searcys; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Company Description

Searcys is an incredible business, with a portfolio of diverse venues across Central London and the City. Within the estate we have high-end restaurants, iconic events spaces, and Monday to Friday corporate catering sites.

We are looking for talented, creative, and innovative teams to work in our kitchens to deliver the highest quality dishes for our guests.

We are looking for a Sous Chef to come on board and join one of our Central London locations.

As a Sous Chef, you will receive the following industry-leading benefits:

1. 50% discount across Searcys venues
2. Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
3. Up to 38 days annual leave (dependent on job role)
4. Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
5. Employee assistance programme
6. Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
7. Chef Whites provided
8. Chef Development Programme
9. Quarterly Chef away day
10. Searcys Annual Celebration days
11. Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venues
12. Your birthday off to celebrate in style
13. A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice

Job Description

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

WHAT WILL KEEP YOU BUSY:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist the Head Chef in the kitchen operation
2. Look at the development and planning of menus, including future food trends
3. Develop new styles of service and concepts in the location
4. Compile all food orders for your sections, ensuring food standards and costs are agreed with the Head Chef
5. Ensure stock, deliveries, and wastage are all checked and recorded in line with company procedures
6. Provide food/service to a consistent high standard, including assisting senior chefs with functions in other areas throughout the business
7. Manage the kitchen brigade in the absence of the Head Chef
8. Assist in training junior staff
9. Liaise with key people in the team to plan for the provision of food in all areas
10. Place orders directly with suppliers

Qualifications:

1. Display a real passion for food, with a customer-focused approach
2. Previous experience within the demands of an events kitchen at the relevant level
3. Team player with the ability to manage and develop your brigade with the Head Chef
4. Ability to control costs, negotiate, and build relationships with suppliers
5. Knowledgeable and proactive approach to Health & Food Safety
6. Relevant qualifications

Additional Information:

Searcys is the longest-running independent catering company in Britain, and last year celebrated an inspirational 175th year anniversary. We have been fortunate to be acknowledged by the industry and won Events Caterer of the Year 2022 at the prestigious Cateys.

Our success is due to the investment we make in developing our people to ensure they can be the best they can. Everyone who joins Searcys will attend our induction where they learn more about us and be supported throughout their journey with us. We invest in development opportunities and are looking to recruit, train, and retain the best people in the industry.