other London, England
Job description
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.
Searcys is steeped in rich heritage and is passionate about its people, therefore offers industry leading benefits which include:
- 50% discount across Searcys venues
- Annual Leave in line with school holidays
- Overtime paid at Time and a Half
- Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
- Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
- Access to online GP and medical benefits
- Employee assistance programme and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
- Meals provided on shift
- Your birthday off to celebrate in style
- A day off to volunteer and give back to a charity of your choice
Salary: Up to £27,000
The Back of House Assistant will ensure the successful smooth operation of all catering areas at the Inner Temple. They will assist the Back of House Manager with all parts of their role, including the management of maintenance contracts, the successful cellar operation and keeping an up to date record of all health and safety legislation.
Key Responsibilities:
- To be responsible for duties within the back of house areas, including the Kitchen, Linen room and goods-in areas.
- To ensure that all legislative, Government and Searcys guidelines are up to date and adhered to at all times.
- To accept and unload deliveries for the kitchen, checking in goods against invoices and temperature control, decanting and storing them correctly.
- To ensure the monthly stock take of equipment and chemicals is carried out.
- To assist with the preparation of all crockery, glass, cutlery and light equipment for all areas and all events.
- To place orders and deliver stock to the various departments.
- To support the Cellar Manager in the effective management of the cellar.
- Previous experience working in a Back of House environment.
- Proven track record of maintaining 5* food hygiene ratings.
- Valid Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (desirable).
- Valid Level 2 Health & Safety Certificate (desirable).
- Full UK Driving Licence (Desirable).
- Excellent communication skills.
- Takes initiative.
- Be flexible with working hours, including evenings, bank holidays and weekends.
- Demonstrates a high level of organisation and time keeping.
- English Language - Native or Bilingual.
Additional Information
Searcys is the longest-running independent catering company in Britain, and this year has celebrated an inspirational 175th year anniversary. We have been fortunate to be acknowledged by the industry and won Events Caterer of the Year 2022 at the prestigious Cateys.
Our success is down to the investment we make in developing our people to ensure they can be the best they can. Everyone who joins Searcys will attend our induction where they learn more about us and be supported throughout their journey with us. We invest in development opportunities and are looking to recruit, train and retain the best people in the industry.
