Senior Sous Chef

Searcys; Greater London; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A historic catering company based in Greater London is seeking a Sous Chef to join their team at the Barbican Bar & Grill. In this role, you will organize the daily food operations and oversee staff to maintain high standards of quality and professionalism. The position offers a competitive salary package, including a fixed tronc and numerous employee benefits, such as discounts and annual leave. Join a reputable establishment known for its rich history and vibrant work culture.

Benefits

50% discount across venues

Enrolment into enhanced pension scheme

Up to 38 days annual leave

Employee assistance programme

Meals provided on shift

Monthly Chef Away Days

Chef Whites and Shoes provided

Qualifications

• Experience in working in a 4/5 star hotel or high end restaurant preferably.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of The Food Safety Act and Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Organise the successful operation of all food areas with the assistance of the Head Chef.
• Set and maintain operational standards for the staff.
• Monitor daily standards achieved in food areas.
• Liaise with the Operation manager and, in absence, Deputy operation manager.
• Ensure adherence to legislative guidelines, including Health and Safety.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Very well organised

Ability to prioritise workload

Teamwork skills

Food standards knowledge

Job description

Searcys are looking for a Sous Chef to join the team at the Barbican Bar & Grill.

TheBarbican Bar & Grill is located on the first floor of the Barbican Centre overlooking the iconic lakeside and fountains, bringing Searcys British classics and European dishes with a modern twist to the city landscape.

Open for lunch and pre-theatre dining, Barbican Bar & Grill menu offers beautiful dishes and exceptional value.

As a Sous Chef you will benefit from the following:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys enhanced pension scheme
• Up to 38 days annual leave
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venues
• Monthly Chef Away Days
• Chef Whites and Shoes provided.

This role is Monday to Saturday as the venue is closed on Sundays.

Contract: Full time

Salary: £35k + fixed tronc of 12k and surplus tronc share each month

Key Responsibilities:

• To organise the successful operation of all food areas with the assistance of the Head Chef
• To set the standards of operation which the staff are to operate and ensure they are maintained.
• To monitor on a daily basis the standards achieved in each area and report to the Head Chef and Group Executive Chef any areas of concerns.
• To liaise with the Operation manager and in absence Deputy operation manager
• To ensure that all legislative and Government guidelines are adhered to, including The Food Safety Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, the COSHH regulations, etc. within the areas of responsibility
• Day to day running if main kitchen with total responsibility and delegation to the Chefs.
• To ensure smooth running of daily operations
• Hygiene and personal hygiene checks
• Food standards
• Health and Safety
• Food purchasing
• To ensure all Searcy’s personnel procedures, including disciplinary, grievance, appraisal and recruitment are followed at all times and in accordance with Investors in People standards.
• Very well organised and ability to prioritise work load
• Ability to work under pressure
• Experience in working in a 4/5 star hotel or high end restaurant preferably
• Able to work effectively as part of a team

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