Sous Chef

Searcys; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious catering company in Greater London is seeking a Sous Chef to ensure operational productivity in their kitchen at Barber-Surgeons‘ Hall. The role involves menu development, overseeing meal preparation, and leading catering functions. The ideal candidate will have formal culinary training and at least 2 years of experience in a similar position. The job offers industry-leading benefits and the chance to work within a storied legacy in hospitality.

Benefits

50% discount across venues

Pension scheme enrolment

Paid overtime

Holidays aligned with Inn's closure

Everyday discounts access

Employee assistance programme

Meals provided on shift

Cycle to work scheme

Birthday off

Volunteering day off

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a similar role within production or event work.
• Good foundation of Health and Safety and Food Safety Knowledge.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure weekly hall menus are developed and improved upon.
• Oversee preparation and presentation of all meals and services.
• Manage and lead catering functions.

Skills

Team management

Health and Safety knowledge

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

Formal culinary training

Job description

Searcys are looking for a Sous Chef to join the team at the Barber-Surgeons‘ Hall.

As our Sous Chef, your role will play an integral part in ensuring the smooth running of all aspects of the catering operation.

Founded in July 2024, Searcys Events Liveries is a dedicated team bringing excellence and passion to the Livery Halls of the City of London. Our mission is to create outstanding experiences for every guest, built on the values of care, respect, and excellence in service.

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

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• All overtime paid
• Holidays in line with the Inn's closure
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue
• Cycle to work scheme
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

The Sous Chef at theBarber-Surgeons‘ Hall will work hands on for the operational productivity of the kitchen department and its operational standards.

Full time contract

Key Responsibilities:

• To ensure weekly hall menus are developed and improved upon on a regular basis.
• To oversee and assist in the preparation and presentation of all meals and service across Events.
• To oversee, manage and lead catering functions.
• To organise sections stock and ingredients, both preparation and stock holding.
• Keep record of food production volumes, waste, stock holding and food cost concerns.
• To assist the Executive Chef and Head Chef with future menu creations.
• To manage and motivate the team.
• Formal culinary training
• At least 2 years within a similar role within production or event work
• Good foundation of Health and Safety and Food Safety Knowledge
• Great management skills with ability to motivate a team
• Flexibility of the role
• Highly developed 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