Job Description

Company Description
Searcys are looking for a Sous Chef to be an integral part in ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple.
The Honourable Society of The Inner Temple, situated on the banks of the Thames, is one of the few remaining Georgian style event halls in the City of London. Teamed with its surroundings of a three acre private garden, the Inner Temple is one of Searcys' most exquisite event venues.
As a Sous Chef, you will receive the following industry-leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Monday to Friday role
• Overtime paid
• Up to 31 days annual leave (dependent on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
• Meals provided whilst on shift
• Annual celebration event
• Cycle to work scheme
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

Salary: xc2xa335,000, plus service charge and overtime
Hours: 40 hours (Monday to Friday)
Key Responsibilities:

• To deputise and run the Pegasus kitchen in the Senior Sous Chef absence.
• To support the whole department of all elements for breakfast and a la carte lunch and dinner.
• To provide guidance to junior chefs from the main kitchen including preparation, cooking and tastings of the core menu dishes.
• Oversee and organise stock and ingredients.
• To manage food and production levels by keeping a record of waste, stock holding and raise any food cost concerns.
• To assist with future menu creations.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary training
• At least 2 years' kitchen experience as Senior CDP or Junior Sous Chef
• Previous restaurant experience
• Level 2 Food Safety Management
• Highly developed attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong organisational skills
• Great team player

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 '