Overview
Location: 27 Great Smith Street, London, SW1P 3NP
Salary:
Church House is a Grade II listed multi-purpose event and conference venue, located in the heart of Westminster. Church House Westminster has a long and rich history interspersed with notable links to royalty, Parliament and the Second World War.
As an 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 (dependant on job role)
- Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
- Employee assistance programme
- Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
- Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue
- Your birthday off to celebrate in style
- A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice
Searcys are looking to grow their Kitchen team at our Searcys venue and are currently looking for motivated Sous Chef
As a Sous Chef your role will be supporting the Head Chef and leading a team of CDP in the production of the food for events, conferences and functions within the venue.
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: £36,000 – £38,000
WHAT WILL KEEP YOU BUSY:
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Head Chef in the kitchen operation
- Look at the development and planning of menus, including future food trends
- Develop new styles of service and concepts in the location
- Compile all food orders for your sections, ensuring food standards and cost are agreed with the Head Chef
- Ensure stock, deliveries and wastage are all checked and recorded in line with company procedures
- 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 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
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:
- Display a real passion for food, with a customer focussed approach
- Previous experience within the demands of an events kitchen at the relevant level
- Team player with the ability to manage and develop your brigade with the Head Chef
- Ability to control costs, negotiate and build relationships with suppliers
- Knowledgeable and proactive approach to Health & Food Safety
- Relevant qualifications
