Job Description

Company Description

Searcys are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join the team at The Royal College of Surgeons. As a Junior Sous Chef you will be required to deliver food that creates lasting memories. You will not only support the Executive/Head Chef in the day to day running of the venue but also support the kitchen brigade.

The View is a stunning venue located at the heart of The Royal College of Surgeons of England, founded in 1800 by Royal Charter and serves as the professional home of surgery in both England and worldwide.

The View is open for hire to host various events such as meetings, conferences and weddings. It boasts spectacular views of London and includes a spacious outdoor terrace for guests to enjoy during the summer season.

As a Junior Sous Chef, 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
• Chef whites and shoes provided
• Opportunity to enrol into the WSH Group Chef Academy
• Meals are 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

Job Description

The Junior 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 Junior Sous Chef at RCS, 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.

Salary: Base Salary £38,000- £40,000 Dependent on experience.

45 hour week

Monday To Friday - Occasional Weekends

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.
• Create a professional working environment for the team ensuring that company standards are maintained and that Client expectations are met.
• Previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef in Events, Hotels or Restaurants.

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 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