Sous Chef - London

Recruiter
Searcys
Location
London, Greater London
Salary
Competitive
Posted
20 May 2021
Closes
17 Jun 2021
Ref
5234
Sector
Chef jobs, Head Chef, Junior Sous Chef, Sous Chef
Job Type
Full Time

Sous Chef

Searcys @ The King's Fund

12.50 per hour min.


Searcys is the longest-running independent catering company in Britain. Our Vision is to be the hospitality partner of choice to British cultural and heritage markets. Design and deliver bespoke food and drink concepts with personality, run the best Champagne bars with a British twist and become a 'London thing to do'.


What would we like from our Sous Chefs?

  • Display a real passion for food
  • Previous experience within a demanding kitchen at the relevant level
  • Team player with the ability to manage the team when Head Chef is absent
  • Ability to manage costs, negotiate and build relationships with suppliers
  • Compliant from both a Food Hygiene and Food Safety perspective
  • Relevant qualifications


Sous Chef requirements:

  • Assist the Head Chef in the kitchen operation
  • Look at the development and planning of menus, including future food trends
  • Develop new styles of service and concepts in the location
  • Compile all food orders for your sections, ensuring food standards and cost are agreed with the Head Chef
  • Ensure stock, deliveries and wastage are all checked and recorded in line with company and food standards


Alongside working within some of the most iconic venues within the UK, with the very best teams, we also offer great benefits alongside your career, which include:

  • 40% discount across Searcys venues
  • Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
  • Up to 33 days annual leave (dependant 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 venue.


Searcys Learning & Development:


Searcys has a full blended learning programme that includes formal qualifications, classroom training, eLearning and on the job training. We are proud of the investment we make in developing our people to raise their standards to be the best they can be.


Everyone who joins Searcys will attend our induction where they learn more about us and be supported throughout their journey with us. We invest in development opportunities and are looking to recruit, train and retain the best people for our own future talent.