Senior Chef de Partie

Searcys; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount across Searcys venues

Pension scheme enrollment

Up to 38 days annual leave

Discount portal access

Employee assistance programme

Meals provided on shift

Culinary development programme

Chef whites and shoes provided

Job summary

Searcys are seeking a creative and passionate Senior Chef de Partie to join the team at the National Portrait Gallery in London. You will work with top chefs and help deliver lunch and dinner services, alongside a structured team to maintain high standards.

The role offers industry-leading benefits including a 50% discount across Searcys venues, a pension scheme, up to 38 days’ annual leave, access to discounts and an EAP, meals on shift, and chef whites provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in a 5-star hotel or Michelin-star restaurant is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide food/service to a consistent high standard, including assisting senior chefs with functions in other areas.
• Liaise with team to plan food provision in all kitchen areas.
• Ensure smooth daily operations and no disruption to pre-agreed menu offers.
• Manage stock levels for the area, including ordering and waste control.
• Ensure food presentation meets the standards set by senior chefs.
• Comply with health, hygiene, safety, and legal requirements.

Job description

Searcys are looking for a creative and passionate Senior Chef de Partie to join the teamin the world famous National Portrait Gallery.

As a Senior Chef de Partie in this venue you will get a chance to work with some of some of the best chefs in the business as well as having an interest in creating the finest of quality dishes alongside the Junior Sous Chef and Sous Chef. You will have a structured team, that you will work closely with to deliver lunch and dinner

Searcys were very fortunate to have opened the extraordinary Portrait Restaurant based in London's iconic National Portrait Gallery in collaboration with Michelin starred chef Richard Corrigan. Shortly after opening we have been recognised in the industry for delivering world class food and drink and are now one of the top restaurants to visit in London.

As a Senior Chef de Partie 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)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue
• Culinary development programme
• Chef Whites and shoes provided

Salary: up to £17.40 Per Hour (inclusive of Tronc)

Key Responsibilities

• To provide food/service to a consistent high standard, including assisting senior chefs with functions in other different areas throughout the business.
• To liaise with key people in the team in order to plan for the provision of food in all kitchen areas
• To ensure smooth running of daily operations which include ensuring no disruption to the pre agreed menu offer.
• Responsible to manage stock levels of that specific area including ordering when required as well as waste control.
• Ensure the presentation of the food is consistent with the standards set by senior chefs.
• To comply with all legal requirements with particular reference to (but not exclusively) fire regulations, security, licence requirements and any Local Authority or Client stipulations.
• To ensure all Health, Hygiene and Safety requirements are being adhered to
• Very well organised and ability to prioritise work load
• Ability to work under pressure
• Experience in working in a 5 star hotel or Michelin star restaurant is desirable
• Able to work effectively as part of a team

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