Waiting staff (Client Dining Room and Events)

Searcys is actively seeking a professional and motivated waiting staff member (client dining room and events) to join the Allen & Overy Shearman LLP team. Our waiting staff member will serve as an ambassador for the brand, delivering exceptional services that foster memorable experiences for clients. The position involves operating in the front of the house in the client dining room and events areas, supporting the Fine Dining and Hospitality Manager in the venue's daily operations. Searcys is the oldest caterer in London and therefore offers a prestigious place to work and grow for the future.

Allen & Overy Shearman LLP is one of Searcys' most prestigious venues. Commitment to responsible business practices constitutes a fundamental aspect of its strategic approach and operational methodology.

Restaurant Supervisor 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 a communication portal
• Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Monthly Chef wellbeing and supplier trips
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to enrol on the WSH Group Chef Academy 
• Opportunity to enrol on the Searcys Champagne Academy
• Opportunity to enrol on the Searcys Coffee Academy
• 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.

Waiting staff member (client dining room and events)

Job type: Full Time, Monday to Friday 

Salary: £30,680 per annum 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

To ensure the highest standard of service is given in terms of food and beverage service, staff presentation, and efficiency.
SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Liaise with clients and managers to ensure all fine dining and events services are run efficiently and effectively.
• To record accurately all drinks issued and returned from function areas for billing purposes.
• To assist in stocktakes of all wines, spirits, soft drinks and equipment
• Delivery of all food & beverages to the fine dining rooms in the correct specified way as per the SOP.
• Liaise with the Supervisor/Manager about menus and wines for each service.
• Set up rooms and organise trolleys for each service.
• Assisted in serving lunches, drinks, canapes, BBQ, tea, and coffee services for the Fine Dining and Events rooms.
• Ensure all general cleaning duties are carried out.
• Ensure all Fine Dining and Events areas are left appropriately during the working day and at the end of each shift.
• Restock fridges for beverages needed for the next day's service.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned, polished and ready for service.
• Liaise with the Supervisor/Manager about the following day's booking.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Ideally, blue-chip client dining or 5-star hotel work experience
• Must be well-presented and professional at all times
• Good communication and customer contact skills
• Food & Beverages product knowledge
• Team player with attention to detail

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 www.searcys.co.uk