Events Porter

Searcys; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious events catering company in London is looking for an Events Porter to manage goods and ensure a clean and safe venue following health and safety requirements. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and time management skills, and will work in a supportive team environment. This full-time position offers an hourly rate of £13.85 and various employee benefits including discounts across venues and annual leave.

Benefits

50% discount across venues

Up to 33 days annual leave

Access to everyday discounts

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, internally and externally.
• Takes the initiative and shows excellent time management.
• Demonstrates a high level of organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide a clean and safe working area per health and safety requirements.
• Count and inspect goods upon receipt.
• Set up the venue in coordination with requirements.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Team player

Organization

Job description

Company Description 30 Euston Square is a Grade II* listed award-winning events venue in a perfect central London location. From meeting and conference spaces to private dining and rooftop terraces, the venue offers an iconic setting for any occasion.

This venue is unique to Searcys as is the only property within the estate that is home to a selection of boutique bedrooms.

As an Events Porter, you will receive the following industry-leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave (dependent on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
• 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

Job Description

Responsible for providing a clean and safe working area following Searcy Health and Safety requirements. receiving, counting, inspecting, and storing goods and/or equipment and dispensing or disposing of them to/from departments as and when required.

Job Type: Full Time, 40 hrs

Hourly Rate: £13.85

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• To ensure that all goods received are properly counted/inspected to match specifications as per delivery notes
• To move all set up the venue in co-ordination with the BEOs and the requirements of the clients
• To move equipment safely and carefully to protect the fabric of the building and the furniture on-site
• To set up the stage and build equipment as and when required
• To liaise with all couriers, clients, and delivery drivers with efficiency, politeness and coherence
• All areas of the back of the house are maintained to a very high standard of cleanliness and organization that is expected from Searcy requirements
• Report at once any discrepancies to deliveries to your line manager
• Manage and secure liquor stock, and ensure that the deliveries are counted and loaded carefully into the wine store in the appropriate area. To make sure any discrepancies are reported to the Operations Manager
• Create and keep organized files of documentation relating to the receipt/return of goods and equipment as well as record the dispense/returns of alcohol and other beverages within the building
• Carry out any other administration work required with regard to monthly stock takes as directed by your Line Manager
• To maintain all storage areas organized and clean at all times
• To comply with all legal requirements with particular reference to (but not exclusively) fire regulations, security, license requirements, and any Local Authority or Client stipulations. To ensure all Health, Hygiene and Safety requirements are being adhered to as described in the Searcy Health & Safety Policy
• To ensure all areas are regularly checked for maintenance and repairs and that any problem is reported to a member of the management team
• Any other reasonable request by management

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, internally and externally
• Takes the initiative
• Excellent time management
• Supportive / Team player
• Demonstrate a high level of organisation
• Excellent record keeping

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