Chef De Partie

The HAC is quite unlike any other City event venue; a magnificent Georgian house set in a five-acre garden. This unique, historic London venue offers a wide variety of event spaces and a unique outdoor space nestled within the city backdrop. 

Searcys is steeped in rich heritage and is passionate about its people, therefore offers industry leading benefits. As a Chef De Partie you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Discount on overnight stays in London
• Enrolment onto the Searcys pension scheme
• 30 days annual leave
• Meal provided on every shift
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Access to online GP and medical benefits
• Employee assistance programme and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Development opportunities, including Apprenticeship schemes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer and give back to a charity of your choice

Monday to Friday Mostly

Salary : £18 per hour

Contract : 20 hours/variable hours 

Key Responsibilities

• To provide food/service to a consistent high standard, including assisting senior chefs with functions in other different areas throughout the business.
• To liaise with key people in the team in order to plan for the provision of food in all kitchen area's
• 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.
• To comply with all legal requirements with particular reference to (but not exclusively) fire regulations, security, licence requirements and any Local Authority or Client stipulations.
• To ensure all Health, Hygiene and Safety requirements are being adhered to
• As described in the Searcy Health & Safety Policy, including best practices to ensure personal hygiene at all times.

• Minimum 1 year in a similar role
• Excellent communication skills
• Takes the initiative
• Excellent time management
• Supportive / Team player
• Demonstrate high level of organisation.
• Excellent record keeping.
• To be willing to work the hours and the needs of the business
• To be able to work under pressure and to cope with any unforeseen circumstances i.e. function changes, requirements, sickness, etc.
• To have a positive and co-operative attitude.

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