Chef De Partie

Searcys have an incredible new venue opening in one of London's most iconic, historical spaces this year and are looking for a Chef de Partie to join the team at our Private Members Club .

Working as a Chef De Partie for Searcys will require you to be an ambassador for this brand and deliver food that creates lasting memories for the Private Members Club at the National Gallery. You will not only support the Sous/Head Chef in the day to day running of the venue but also act as a mentor to the junior kitchen brigade. 

The role will be based in the newly refurbished Sainsburys wing at The National Gallery, and Searcys are proud to be working in collaboration with the World Famous, Michelin starred Chef Georgio Locatelli on this project.

As a Chef De Partie you will benefit from the following:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 38 days annual leave (dependant on job role and location)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Chef whites provided
• Employee assistance programme
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venues
• Quarterly chef incentives 
• Annual celebration days
• Birthday off 
• Opportunity to enrol on WSH chef academy

Job Description

Salary: £16.25 per hour 

0 Hours Contract 

Working 5 days over 7

Gallery opening hours are 10-6 excluding Fridays that will be 10-9.

Key Responsibilities:

• To prepare food to a high standard in any area required by the senior chefs
• To assist in any extra functions.
• To provide to a consistently high standard for functions and different dining areas.
• To manage the Client Dining, staff restaurant, hospitality and conference food offers when requested by senior chefs
• To assist in the training of junior staff
• To ensure smooth running of daily operations
• Hygiene and personal hygiene checks
• Staff food standards
• Waste control
• To ensure all Health, Hygiene and Safety requirements are being adhered to as described in the Searcy Health & Safety Policy
• To comply with all legal requirements with particular reference to (but not exclusively) fire regulations, security, licence requirements and any Local Authority or Client stipulations.
• Any other reasonable request of Senior Management 

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a supervisory role within hospitality or a private members club

• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and resolve issues effectively

• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities

• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

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