Events Driver/Logistics Porter

Searcys; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount across Searcys venues

Pension scheme enrollment

Up to 38 days annual leave

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Meals provided on shift

Birthday off

Volunteer day off

Employee discounts portal

Job summary

Searcys is seeking an Events Driver/Logistics Porter to join the Events team in London. The role involves delivering food and equipment between venues, unloading at events, and supporting setup and breakdown.

You'll work across varied hospitality events in historic spaces, with potential to develop into broader logistics roles. A full UK driving licence and ability to handle manual tasks are required.

Qualifications

• Must have full, clean UK driving licence (manual/automatic).
• Experience in hospitality events or logistics is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload equipment into vehicles for events and returns.
• Ensure smooth turnaround of catering equipment and vehicles.
• Follow checklists and ensure accuracy in deliveries.
• Drive to events and manage route planning and safety.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in BOH areas and wine cellar.

Skills

Driving

Manual handling

Team player

Communication

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Searcys are looking for anEvents Driver/Logistics Porter to join the Searcys Events team.

The Driver will spend much of the role delivering food and equipment from one location to another. When at the event venue, they are required to unload the vehicle, help set up, break down and be involved in any ad hoc logistic support.

We create fabulous events whatever or wherever the space. We’ve shown time and again that we know our clients inside out, providing outstanding hospitality in complex and historically or culturally sensitive spaces.

As a Events Driver/Logistics Porter you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues


• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme


• Up to 38days annual leave (dependent on job role)


• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave


• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal


• Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders


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


• Your birthday off to celebrate in style


• A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice


• A wide selection of Searcys ibelong Events.

This role is perfect for someone who has an interest in hospitality and catering logistics as this role has the potential to develop into other roles in our business.

Job Type: 0 Hours Contract

Hourly Rate: £15.00ph

Key Responsibilities:

• Loading and unloading equipment into vehicles returning or being dispatched to events.


• Smooth and efficient turnaround of catering equipment and vehicles.


• Working to detailed checklists and ensuring everything is accurate.


• Driving and delivering to events.


• To follow traffic laws and correctly calculate the route to the venues.


• Safe use of company vehicle, ensuring the vehicle has enough petrol for each journey.


• Excellent communication skills working closely with the on-site events team


• Competent and experienced driver with UK or EU licence.


• Working in accordance with Searcys Health and Safety and Manual Handling Policies.


• Ensure all the BOH areas are tidy by putting away all the deliveries


• Ensure the Wine cellar is tidy and organize after every delivery.


• Full, clean, manual/AutomaticUK Driving Licence (essential)


• Personable, responsible and reliable


• Experience with driving in London (desirable)


• Be physically able to do manual handling (lifting and carrying)


• Enjoys working in a team, but motivated to work alone


• Previous Hospitality experience

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 atwww.searcys.co.uk