Events Driver/Logistics Porter

WSH Group; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount across Searcys venues

Pension scheme enrolment

Up to 38 days annual leave

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Searcys is seeking an Events Driver/Logistics Porter to join the Searcys Events team. You will deliver food and equipment to event spaces in Buckinghamshire and London, assist with setup and breakdown, and support both Back of House and Front of House teams as needed.

The role is a 0 Hours Contract with an hourly rate of £18.00ph. Benefits include 50% venue discounts, a pension scheme, generous annual leave, and more.

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving licence (essential).
• Physically able to perform manual handling.
• Hospitality experience is beneficial.
• Reliable and able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Delivering food and equipment to event spaces within Buckinghamshire and London.
• Physical manual handling of equipment within the warehouse, vehicles and event spaces.
• Assisting with events both Back of House and Front of House where needed.
• Assisting the warehouse team.
• Working across multiple locations.

Skills

Driving Licence (UK)

London driving experience

Manual handling

Team player

Hospitality experience

Job description

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

Our Events Driver / Logistics Porter will spend much of their time delivering food and equipment to events. When at events, they are required to help set up, break down and be involved as a general porter for the kitchen and the Front of House team. They are vital to the smooth delivery of all aspects of our Back of House Operation.

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.

Job Description

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: £18.00ph

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering food and equipment to event spaces within Buckinghamshire and London.
• Physical manual handling of equipment within the warehouse, vehicles and event spaces.
• Assisting with events both Back of House and Front of House where needed.
• Assisting the warehouse team.
• Working across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• 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

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