Head Chef at BaxterStorey

City of Westminster, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

50000.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

People Management, Communication Skills, Initiative, Time Management, Team Player, Organisation, Record Keeping

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Company Description Searcys at The British Academy are looking for a Head Chef, and as a head Chef you will have the chance to create the finest quality dishes and deliver high end culinary experiences for our clients and guests. You will be based in the main kitchen amongst the brigade of chefs. The British Academy for the Promotion of Historical, Philosophical and Philological Studies is the United Kingdom's national academy for the humanities and the social sciences. It was established in 1902 and received its royal charter in the same year. As a Head 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 (dependant on job role) Access to everyday discounts and communication portal Employee assistance programme Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue Annual celebration event Culinary development programme Cycle to work scheme Chef incentive days Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue Chef Whites and shoes provided Your birthday off to celebrate in style A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice Job Description Job Type: Full Time Salary from £50,000 + per annum Key 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 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 Minimum 3 years experience in people management Excellent communication skills Takes the initiative Excellent time management Supportive / Team player Demonstrate high level of organisation. Excellent record keeping. To be willing to work the hours and the needs of the business 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

Responsibilities

The Head Chef will provide food and service to a consistent high standard and manage the kitchen brigade in the absence of the executive chef. Responsibilities also include training junior staff and ensuring smooth daily operations.