General Manager

Searcys are looking for a inspiring and people focussed General Manager to lead the team at their Westminster based venue Church House.

As a General Manager for Searcys you will need to be a motivated leader who has a proven track record of delivering seamless, high profile events. The role requires a hands on leader with a strong background in event management, hospitality and catering.

Located in Westminster, Church House is a Grade II listed, multi-purpose event venue set across three floors and is home to 19 meeting and conference spaces, along with a virtual studio.

As a General Manager you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 35 days annual leave (dependant on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
• Annual celebration event
• Cycle to work scheme
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice
• Employee assistance programme
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

As a General Manager for Searcys you will be a key leader in the organisation, you will be responsible for overseeing day to day operations, driving business growth and ensuring the overall success of your team and venue. You will have proven track record in strategic leadership and establishing a positive, nurturing, and inclusive working environment for your team. 

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: £60,000

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand the guest and how to efficiently manage the guests’ expectations.
• To have a great front of house presence, be a leader and inspire your team.
• Work closely with your team to uphold the companies legacy and brand.
• Fully understands and articulates the financial targets.
• Establish and maintain realistic budgets and identify ways to improve profitability.
• Effectively manage cost controls and ensure budgets are carefully adhered to.
• To demonstrate an up to date in depth understanding of the Events and Restaurants industry.
• Identifies business opportunities that have the greatest potential return on investment and are consistent with the company goals and brand.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external individuals and groups.

5+ years of management or leadership experience with demonstrable skills and success in leading and developing others

• Proven experience in a senior management role within hospitality and events sector.
• Experience in managing a profitable P&L
• Proven track record of achieving sales and performance targets 
• Develop and implement strategies for growth and innovation.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Loves food!
• Loves Hospitality and Events!

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.