Chef de Partie

Searcys; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned catering company in London is seeking a Chef De Partie to maintain high food standards and support kitchen operations. This full-time role requires flexibility, including weekends. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience within hospitality, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage pressure. Benefits include a 50% discount, development opportunities, and more. Join an established team with a rich history in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

50% discount across venues

Discount on overnight stays

30 days annual leave

Meal provided on every shift

Access to everyday discounts

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a supervisory role within hospitality or a private members club.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to a high standard.
• Assist in training junior staff.
• Ensure smooth running of daily operations.
• Comply with Health, Hygiene, and Safety requirements.

Skills

Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Strong organisational and multitasking abilities

Job description

Chef De Partie – London*

Company Description

Searcys are looking for a Chef De Partie to join the team at our unique Venue the HAC.

The HAC is quite unlike any other City event venue; a magnificent Georgian house set in a five‑acre garden.

This unique, historic London venue offers a wide variety of event spaces and a unique outdoor space nestled within the city backdrop.

Searcys is steeped in rich heritage and is passionate about its people, therefore offers industry leading benefits.

Benefits

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Discount on overnight stays in London
• Enrolment onto the Searcys pension scheme
• 30 days annual leave
• Meal provided on every shift
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Access to online GP and medical benefits
• Employee assistance programme and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Development opportunities, including Apprenticeship schemes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer and give back to a charity of your choice

Job Description

Monday to Friday, flexibility with evenings and weekends required.

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: 35,000 PA

Key Responsibilities

• To prepare food to a high standard in any area required by the senior chefs
• To assist in any extra functions
• To provide a consistently high standard for functions and different dining areas
• To manage the Client Dining, staff restaurant, hospitality and conference food offers when requested by senior chefs
• To assist in the training of junior staff
• To ensure smooth running of daily operations
• Hygiene and personal hygiene checks
• Staff food standards
• Waste control
• To ensure all Health, Hygiene and Safety requirements are being adhered to as described in the Searcy Health & Safety Policy
• To comply with all legal requirements with particular reference to (but not exclusively) fire regulations, security, licence requirements and any Local Authority or Client stipulations
• Any other reasonable request of Senior Management

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a supervisory role within hospitality or a private members club
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and resolve issues effectively
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Additional Information

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, 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