Events Sous Chef

BaxterStorey; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company seeks an Events Sous Chef for its prestigious location in London. You will manage kitchen activities, develop menus, and ensure high-quality service. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment with several employee benefits, perfect for passionate culinary professionals.

Benefits

50% discount across Searcys venues

Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme

Up to 38 days annual leave

Meals provided on shift

Opportunity to enrol on WSH chef academy

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience within production or event work.
• Good foundation of Health and Safety and Food Safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist in meal preparation and presentation.
• Lead the brigade in planning and menu development.
• Guide junior chefs and manage food production.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Formal culinary training

Job description

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116 Pall Mall is a magnificent Georgian building in the heart of London, just moments from some of the city’s most sought-after spots. Opened in 1828, it’s now home to the Institute of Directors.

With five floors of versatile and flexible spaces, we welcome hundreds of corporate occasions, private events, festive celebrations and weddings every year.

As an Events Sous Chef you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 38days annual leave (dependant on job role and location)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Chef whites provided
• Employee assistance programme
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venues
• Quarterly chef incentives
• Birthday off
• Opportunity to enrol on WSH chef academy

Job Description

• 45 hours contract

Our Sous Chef at 116 Pall Mall will work hands on under the kitchen brigade to manage the daily kitchen activities including overseeing staffing and menu preparation. They will ensure menus are developed and improved upon on a regular basis, constantly improving the quality of the catering service.

Key Responsibilities:

• To oversee and assist in the preparation and presentation of all meals and service across the Hall, Events and Restaurant.
• To lead and drive the brigade team in the planning and development of menus, dishes and concepts.
• To create new menu specifications, including costing sheets.
• To provide guidance to the junior chefs and porters.
• To be responsible for ordering and managing food production.
• To control each sections' food storage area, maintaining them to a high standard.
• To keep a record of food production volumes, waste, stock holding and food costs concerns.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary training, with at least 2 years' experience within production or event work.
• Good foundation of Health and Safety, Food Safety and COSHH.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Highlydeveloped attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure

Additional Information

Searcys, Britain’s oldest catering and restaurant brand, was established in 1847. We are best known for our Champagne Bars, Restaurants, and stunning Events Venues in iconic destinations such as 116 Pall Mall, The Barbican, The HAC, The Gherkin, and St Pancras International.

Our commitment to delivering unparalleled service, quality, and innovation is reflected in every aspect of our brand. At Searcys, we recognise the value of individuality and actively embrace the diversity of our teams, as they are the cornerstone of our success.

If you share our passion for the hospitality industry and seek a dynamic work environment that celebrates your unique strengths, we would love for you to join our team