Chef de Partie

Searcys; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount portal access

Chef whites & safety shoes provided

Employee Assistance Programme

Meals provided on shift

Quarterly chef incentives

Annual celebration days

Birthday off

WSH Chef Academy enrollment

Paid overtime for evenings/weekends

Client benefits access (massage, bike)

Chef-led development days with top Che

9 weeks fixed holiday per year

August closed

Christmas closed

50% discount across Searcys venues

Searcys pension scheme enrollment

Job summary

Searcys at The Inner Temple in the City of London is seeking a Chef De Partie to join the kitchen brigade. You will support across The Inner Temple Hall and Events, delivering high-quality food for conferences, banqueting, private dining and weddings.

The role offers a strong work-life balance with 9 weeks fixed holiday per year, 42.5 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, and overtime for evenings/weekends. Benefits include meals on shift, discounts, pension, and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Hands-on and proactive approach.
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• Strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide food/service to a consistent high standard, including assisting senior chefs with functions in other areas throughout the business.
• Manage stock levels of the section you are overseeing including ordering when required.
• Ensure the presentation of the food is consistent with the standards set by senior chefs.
• Ensure all Health, Hygiene and Safety requirements are being adhered to.
• Any other reasonable request by the Senior Management.

Skills

Excellent communication

Hands-on & proactive

Autonomous & team player

Time management

Organisational skills

Job description

Company Description

Searcys are looking for a Chef De Partie to join the team at The Inner Temple.

The Honourable Society of The Inner Temple, situated on the banks of the Thames, is one of the few remaining Georgian-style event halls in the City of London. Combined with its stunning three-acre gardens, it offers a unique backdrop to a wide variety of events.

We are looking for a personable and passionate Chef de Partie to join our Kitchen Brigade. You will work across a range of prestigious events including conferences, banqueting, private dining and weddings. This is an excellent opportunity to work with high-quality ingredients, develop your creativity, and be part of a talented team committed to nurturing and supporting future culinary talent.

As a Chef De Partie you will receive the following industry leading benefits: Up to 33 days annual leave (dependant on role and location)

• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal


• Chef whites and industry-leading safety shoes provided


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venues


• Quarterly chef incentives


• Annual celebration days


• Birthday off


• Opportunity to enrol on the WSH Chef Academy


• Paid overtime for all evening and weekend events


• Access to client benefits including massages, bicycle checks and basic repairs


• Chef-led development days including workshops with Michelin-starred chefs and visits to our award-winning suppliers


• Exceptional work-life balance with an average of 9 weeks fixed holiday per year


• Closed for the whole month of August, reopening in September


• Closed over Christmas and New Year


• 50% discount across Searcys venues


• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme

Job Description

The Chef de Partie will work across The Inner Temple Hall and Events operation, supporting the delivery of exceptional food across a diverse range of events.

Salary: £36,000 per annum

Contract: 42.5 hours per week

Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7, predominantly Monday to Friday, with occasional evening and weekend events paid as overtime.

One of the standout benefits of this role is the fantastic work-life balance. The venue closes for the entire month of August and over the Christmas period, providing an average of 9 weeks fixed holiday each year.

Key Responsibilities

• To provide food/service to a consistent high standard, including assisting senior chefs with functions in other different areas throughout the business.


• Responsible to manage stock levels of thesection you are overseeing including ordering when required.


• Ensure the presentation of the food is consistent with the standards set by senior chefs.


• To ensure all Health, Hygiene and Safety requirements are being adhered to


• Any other reasonable request by the Senior Management.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills


• Hands-on and proactive approach


• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team


• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills


• Strong organisational skills

Additional Information

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