Senior Chef de Partie – Monday to Friday

Searcys is looking for Senior Chef de Partie to join the team at Allen & Overy Shearman LLP. Our Senior Chef de Partie - Fine Dining Room & Events will be based on Allen & Overy Shearman LLP, a global law firm. Being a responsible business is a core part of Allen & Overy Shearman's strategy and how we work. Allen & Overy Shearman LLP is one of Searcy's most exquisite venues. 

Working as a Senior Chef de Partie - Fine Dining Room & Events for Searcys will require you to be an ambassador for this brand and deliver services that creates lasting memories. You will work in Fine Dining Room & Events Kitchen supporting Executive Chef in the day to day running of the venue. Searcys is the oldest caterer in London and therefore offers a prestigious place to work and grow for the future. As a Senior Chef de Partie,  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)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Monthly Chef wellbeing and supplier trips
• Opportunity to enrol into the WSH Group Chef Academy 
• Opportunity to enrol into the Searcys Wine and Champagne Academy 
• Opportunity to enrol into the Searcys Coffee Academy 
• Opportunity to enrol into the Searcys  Management Development Programme 
• Uniform provided
• Meals allowance provided on shift when working within one of our venues
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice
• A wide selection of Searcys - ibelong Events

Senior Chef de Partie

Rate: up to £36,750 per annum (depending on experience) 

Shifts: Monday - Friday

Contract: Full Time/ Permanent

MAIN PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Chef de Partie to join our premium hospitality team, delivering exceptional culinary experiences in a refined, client-facing environment. In this role, you will work closely with the Senior Chef to ensure smooth operations during service, support with prep and delivery, and uphold all food safety and hygiene procedures in our fine dining kitchen. You’ll assist in the production of elegant fine dining dishes, buffets, and canapés, maintaining the highest standards across all areas required by the business.

The successful candidate will:

• Contribute to a kitchen environment that consistently delivers outstanding results and an excellent client experience.
• Possess the confidence and capability to independently oversee the kitchen in the absence of the Senior Chef. 
• Lead by example and foster a positive, motivated kitchen culture.
• Support the development of junior chefs through guidance and mentorship.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Proven experience as a Senior Chef de Partie in a fine dining setting or
• A background in premium hospitality operations, ideally within environments that serve blue-chip clients or professional services firms.
• A passion for precision, presentation, and professionalism.

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, founded in 1847. Working with us means being part of London’s most prestigious events and some of the country's most iconic venues. You’ll gain valuable experience and mentoring from skilled colleagues and have a chance to write your own chapter in our celebrated history.  

A career at Searcys means being part of something special. With our rich heritage, and ever-growing business, we will be delighted if you join us – a company with a strong sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk