Chef de Partie (Evening – Monday to Friday)

Chef de Partie (Evening - Monday to Friday)

40 hours per week

£27,300 to £29,300 per annum 

Allen & Overy LLP is a global law firm. Being a responsible business is a core part of Allen & Overy strategy and how we work. Allen & Overy is one of Searcys most exquisite venue. Searcys is steeped in rich heritage and is passionate about its people, therefore offers industry leading benefits which include:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• 22 days of annual leave plus public and bank holidays
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Meals provided on shift 
• Overtime paid
• Maternity and Paternity Pay 
• Free gym onsite
• Company Sick Pay 

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 area's
• 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
• As described in the Searcy Health & Safety Policy, including best practices to ensure personal hygiene at all times.
• Demonstrate Personal Development.
• Any other reasonable request by the Senior Management.

• Excellent Client Service skills
• Takes the initiative
• Supportive / Team player
• Demonstrate high level of organisation.
• Excellent record keeping.
• To be willing to work the hours and the needs of the business
• To be able to work under pressure and to cope with any unforeseen circumstances i.e. function changes, requirements, sickness, etc.
• To have a positive and co-operative attitude.

Searcys is the longest-running independent catering company in Britain, and this year has celebrated an inspirational 175th year anniversary. We have been fortunate to be acknowledged by the industry and won Events Caterer of the Year 2022 at the prestigious Cateys.

Our success is down to the investment we make in developing our people to ensure they can be the best they can. 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 in the industry.