Head Chef

Searcys; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount across Searcys venues

Pension scheme enrollment

Up to 35 days annual leave

Meals provided on shift

Birthday off

Volunteer day

Chef whites provided

Cycle to work

Team social

Job summary

Searcys at One Moorgate Place in London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a high-end kitchen delivering fine dining, corporate events, and VIP services.

You will manage a brigade, design menus, maintain food quality, cost controls, and a strong HACCP compliance; the role is predominantly Monday to Friday with occasional evening events.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume events environment.
• Strong background in both contemporary staff catering and fine-dining hospitality/events.
• Creative, trend-aware, and passionate about sustainability and seasonality.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement creative, on-trend menus across staff dining and hospitality operations.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a brigade of chefs and kitchen staff.
• Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency at all times.
• Work closely with front-of-house and events teams to deliver seamless hospitality experiences.
• Monitor food costs and manage kitchen budgets to achieve financial targets.
• Uphold strict health & safety, food hygiene, and allergen compliance standards.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, training, and professional development.
• Support the planning and delivery of high-profile events and executive hospitality.

Skills

Head Chef

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety HACCP

Budget management

Education

Level 3 Food Safety & HACCP (or equivalent)

Job description

Searcys are recruiting for a Head Chef to join the team at one of our flagship venues One Moorgate Place.

One Moorgate Place, home of Chartered Accountants’ Hall, is a beautiful Grade II listed building, packed with original features to impress any guest. We offer conferencing facilities, modern, spacious meeting rooms and a range of elegant spaces for private dining and events.

We are looking for an experienced culinary leader to oversee premium dining services and create outstanding hospitality experiences, encompassing fine dining, corporate events, and high-profile VIP functions.

As a Head Chef you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 35days annual leave (dependant on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Culinary development programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue
• Chef Whites provided
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice
• Team social

Job Description

This is a unique opportunity to join a prestigious site, delivering exceptional hospitality and events in a truly distinguished setting.

High-End Hospitality & Events:

Creating bespoke, memorable menus for executive dining, private events, and VIP receptions.

Job Type: Full-time,Predominantly Monday to Friday, with an average of two evening events per week.
Salary: £50,000 per annum, plus overtime.

As Head Chef, you will lead a dedicated kitchen team to deliver culinary excellence, drive innovation, and maintain the highest standards of food quality, service, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement creative, on-trend menus across staff dining and hospitality operations.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a brigade of chefs and kitchen staff.
• Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency at all times.
• Work closely with front-of-house and events teams to deliver seamless hospitality experiences.
• Monitor food costs and manage kitchen budgets to achieve financial targets.
• Uphold strict health & safety, food hygiene, and allergen compliance standards.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, training, and professional development.
• Support the planning and delivery of high-profile events and executive hospitality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as aHead Chef in a high-volume, events environment
• Strong background in both contemporary staff catering and fine-dining hospitality/events
• Creative, trend-aware, and passionate about sustainability and seasonality
• Inspirational leader with excellent communication and organisational skills
• A previous experience in managing a large team will be essential
• Financially astute with experience managing food margins and cost controls
• Level 3 Food Safety & HACCP (or equivalent)

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