Waiting Staff (Events & Private Dining Room)

Searcys is looking for Waiting Staff  to join the team at Allen & Overy Shearman LLP. Our Waiting Staff - Events & Private Dining Room will be based on Allen & Overy Shearman LLP, a global law firm. Being a responsible business is a core part of Allen & Overy Shearman's strategy and how we work.

Allen & Overy Shearman LLP is one of Searcy's most exquisite venues. Working as a Waiting Staff - Events & Private Dining Room for Searcys will require you to be an ambassador for this brand and deliver services that creates lasting memories. You will work in Front of House, Events & Private Dining Room supporting Hospitality Manager in the day to day running of the venue.

Searcys is the oldest caterer in London and therefore offers a prestigious place to work and grow for the future. As a Waiting Staff - Events & Private Dining Room,  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
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to enrol into the WSH Group Chef Academy 
• Opportunity to enrol into the Searcys Champagne Academy
• Meals allowance 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.

Waiting Staff

Monday to Friday 

Job type: Full Time

Salary: £31,824 per annum 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

To ensure the highest standard of service is given in terms of food and beverage service, staff presentation, and efficiency in the Private Dining Room and Events areas. 

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Liaise with clients and managers to ensure all private dining and events services are run efficiently and effectively.
• To record accurately all drinks issued and returned from function areas or training for billing purposes.
• To assist in stocktakes of all wines, spirits, soft drinks and equipment
• Delivery of all food & beverages to the dining rooms in the correct specified way as per the SOP.
• Liaise with the Supervisor/Manager about menus and wines for each service.
• Set up rooms and organise trolleys for each service.
• Assisted in serving lunches, drinks, canapes, BBQ, tea, and coffee services for the Dining and Events rooms.
• Ensure all general cleaning duties are carried out.
• Ensure all areas are left appropriately during the working day and at the end of each shift.
• Restock fridges for beverages needed for the next day's service.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned, polished and ready for service.
• Liaise with the Supervisor/Manager about the following day's booking.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Must be well-presented and professionally presented at all times
• Good communication and client service skills
• Food & Beverages product knowledge
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail

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