Searcys - Sous Chef

The Sous Chef Role role is mainly Monday to Friday with a few evening shifts and is a great opportunity for someone to join the department.

As a Sous Chef at The IET you will be required to be adaptable as the venue is diverse and at any time will have multiple events happening across a number of floors. You will be  supporting the Executive and Head Chef to manage the day to day service whilst leading and mentoring the junior team to deliver high end events and exceptional quality food.

Job Type: Full Time 40 hours contract 

Salary:  40000

Responsibilities:

• To provide food/service to a consistent high standard including assisting senior chefs with functions in other different areas throughout the business.
• To manage the kitchen brigade in the absence of the Executive/Head chef
• To assist training of junior staff
• To liaise with key people in the team in order to plan for the provision of food in all areas
• To place order directly with suppliers.
• 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.

Qualifications :

• Be driven by people and delivering the highest quality of food.
• Exemplary kitchen management practices and being an ambassador for Searcys legacy brand.
• Innovative and inspiring culinary ideas for events and restaurant menus.
• Support Exec/Head Chef in creating a professional working environment for the team ensuring that company standards are maintained and that Client expectations are met.
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in Events Hotel or high end restaurants.
• Excellent mentoring and communication skills.
• Able to demonstrate your analytical approach to problem solving and excellent understanding of Health and Safety practices.

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 Londons 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