Searcys
Deputy Head of Catering
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Searcys are looking for an inspiring and people focused Deputy Head of Catering to lead the team at the Inner Temple.
The Honourable Society of The Inner Temple, situated on the banks of the Thames, is one of the few remaining Georgian style event halls in the City of London. Teamed with its surroundings of a three-acre private garden, the Inner Temple is one of Searcys' most exquisite event venues.
As a Deputy Head of Catering for Searcys you will need to be a motivated leader who has a proven track record of delivering seamless, high profile events. The role requires a hands-on leader with a strong background in event management, hospitality, and catering.
As a Deputy Head of Catering, 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)
- Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
- Employee assistance programme
- Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
- Cycle to work scheme
- A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice
- Your birthday off to celebrate in style
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Long Service Recognition
- Annual Awards Ceremony
Job Description
The role combines high-end hospitality management skills with an understanding of working within a historic, institutional environment. Whilst overseeing a variety of catering operations, including members events, hall lunches, commercial venue hire, and Pegasus Restaurant.
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You are responsible for leading, managing, developing, and implementing growth strategies. Responsibilities also include different tasks such as contributing to marketing strategies, recruiting, training, overseeing food quality as well as presence within service and events. Maintaining and developing strong relationships with the Inn’s governing body and membership.
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
Competitive
Key Responsibilities
- Understand the guest and how to efficiently manage the guests’ expectations.
- To have a great front of house presence, be a leader, and inspire your team.
- Work closely with your team to uphold the companies legacy and brand.
- Fully understands and articulates the financial targets.
- Establish and maintain realistic budgets and identify ways to improve profitability.
- Effectively manage cost controls and ensure budgets are carefully adhered to.
- To demonstrate an up-to-date in-depth understanding of the Events and Restaurants industry.
- Identifies business opportunities that have the greatest potential return on investment and are consistent with the company goals and brand.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external individuals and groups.
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Qualifications
- 5+ years of management or leadership experience with demonstrable skills and success in leading and developing others
- Proven experience in a senior management role within hospitality and events sector.
- Experience in managing a profitable P&L
- Proven track record of achieving sales and performance targets
- Develop and implement strategies for growth and innovation.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Loves food!
- Loves Hospitality and Events!
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
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