Sous Chef (Staff Restaurant)

Searcys are looking for a Sous Chef  to join the team at a B&I contract Venue.

The Sous Chef will be responsible for Staff Dining, creating a breakfast and lunch offer for the on site teams with the Executive Chef's support. You will not only support the Exec/Head Chef in the day to day running of the Staff Restaurant but also act as a mentor to the junior kitchen brigade.

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

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 38 days annual leave (dependent on job role)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Monthly Chef wellbeing and supplier trips
• Chef whites and shoes provided
• Opportunity to enrol into the WSH Group Chef Academy 
• Meals are provided on shift when working within one of our venues
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice
• A wide selection of Searcys Ibelong Events

The role is working Monday to Friday, based on site in the City of London, you will also receive overtime for anything worked over contracted hours.

Our ideal candidate will come from a restaurant or hotel background.

Job Type: Full Time 40 hours contract 

Salary: Competitive 

Responsibilities:

• To provide food/service to a consistent high standard, including assisting senior chefs with functions in other different areas throughout the business.
• To manage the kitchen brigade in the absence of the Executive/Head chef
• To assist training of junior staff
• To liaise with key people in the team in order to plan for the provision of food in all areas
• To place order directly with suppliers.
• To ensure smooth running of daily operations which include ensuring no disruption to the pre agreed menu offer.
• Responsible to manage stock levels of that specific area including ordering when required as well as waste control.
• Ensure the presentation of the food is consistent with the standards set by senior chefs.

• Be driven by people and delivering the highest quality of food.
• Exemplary kitchen management practices and being an ambassador for Searcys legacy brand.
• Innovative and inspiring culinary ideas for events and restaurant menus.
• Support Exec/Head Chef in creating a professional working environment for the team ensuring that company standards are maintained and that Client expectations are met.
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in Events, Hotel or high end restaurants.
• Excellent mentoring and communication skills.
• Able to demonstrate your analytical approach to problem solving and excellent understanding of Health and Safety practices.

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk