Sous Chef – London, England

Searcys; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount across Searcys venues

Enrolment into the Searcys pension

Up to 38 days annual leave

Employee assistance programme

Enrolment into Searcys Champagne

Meals provided on shift

Annual celebration event

Culinary development programme

Cycle to work

Chef incentive days

Chef whites and shoes provided

Your birthday off

A day off to volunteer

Job summary

Searcys at The British Academy in London is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and uphold the highest standards of food and service. You will work in a busy main kitchen, supporting the senior culinary team and overseeing pastry tasks where needed.

This full-time role requires a strong culinary background, excellent leadership, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences across events and venues.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong focus on delivering high-quality food and service.
• Pastry experience desirable but not required as pastry work may be included.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations, maintaining high standards.
• Prepare food across the operation, including events and functions.
• Train, develop and supervise junior chefs to sustain a professional kitchen.
• Coordinate with team to plan and deliver food requirements across all areas.
• Ensure smooth daily operations and consistent menu delivery.
• Maintain high presentation and quality; assist with pastry when needed.

Skills

Kitchen management

Pastry preparation

Staff supervision

Menu planning

Food quality

Job description

Sous Chef – London, England

Company Description

Searcys at The British Academy are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our talented kitchen brigade. As Sous Chef, you will have the opportunity to create the finest quality dishes and help deliver exceptional culinary experiences for our clients and guests.

You will be based in the main kitchen, working alongside the wider brigade and supporting the senior culinary team across the operation. The role will also involve pastry work, so previous pastry experience is highly desirable, although you do not need to be a dedicated Pastry Chef.

The British Academy for the Promotion of Historical, Philosophical and Philological Studies is the United Kingdom’s national academy for the humanities and social sciences. It was established in 1902 and received its Royal Charter in the same year.

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

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 38 days annual leave (dependent on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venues
• Annual celebration event
• Culinary development programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Chef incentive days
• Chef whites and shoes provided
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

Job Description

Job Type: Full Time, 45 hours per week
Salary: £45,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards of food and service.
• Producefood preparation across the operation, including functions and events in different areas of the business.
• Support the training, development and supervision of junior chefs, helping to maintain a positive and professional kitchen environment.
• Work closely with key members of the team to plan and deliver food requirements across all areas of the business.
• Ensure the smooth running of daily kitchen operations and the consistent delivery of the agreed menu offering.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency in line with expectations set by the Executive Chef.
• Support with pastry preparation and production when required. Previous pastry experience would be highly desirable, although you do not need to be a specialist Pastry Chef.

Qualifications

• Be driven by people and delivering the highest quality of food.
• Exemplary kitchen management practices and being an ambassador for Searcys legacy brand.
• Innovative and inspiring culinary ideas for events and restaurant menus.
• Create a professional working environment for the team ensuring that company standards are maintained and that Client expectations are met.
• Previous experience as a SousChefin Events, Hotels or Restaurants.

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