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Company Description
Searcys are looking for personable individuals to join our Commis Waiting Team to assist with service during events, private dining room dinners, restaurant service as well as bar/lounge service.
Company Description
Searcys are looking for personable individuals to join our Commis Waiting Team to assist with service during events, private dining room dinners, restaurant service as well as bar/lounge service.
The Gherkin is an iconic London landmark in the heart of The City of London. Our venue is located at the top of this iconic building, on levels 37, 38, 39 and 40. We are famous for our corporate events, beautiful weddings, private dining events with a spectacular view as well as delicious food, famous Champagne and cocktails served in our Helix Restaurant and Iris Bar on top of the building over the weekends.
Please follow the link below to visit our website: www.searcysatthegherkin.co.uk
You will be required to polish glasses, cutlery and plates, deliver food from the kitchen to the dining rooms as well as carry out general cleaning of work areas before and after service. We do invest in People and many of our Commis Waiters and Waitresses have now become successful Waiters and Managers. So, if you are WILLING, The Sky is The Limit!
As a Commis Waiter/Waitress you will receive the following industry leading benefits:
* 50% discount across Searcys venues
* Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
* Up to 30 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 venues.
* Your birthday off to celebrate in style
* A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice
* Tronc and overtime paid
Job Description
APPLLICANTS MUST HAVE VALID RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK!
* Full-time: Contract ending on 31.12.2025
* Average Hours Per Week: 40
* Salary up to £13.00 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
* Preparing the Back of House ready for service, e.g. polishing plates, glassware and cutlery
* Making sure your workstation is always clean and tidy
* Light cleaning duties towards the end of service.
* Disposing of recyclables and various waste streams
* Delivering food and beverage to the restaurant for waiters to serve
* Preparing teas and coffees
* Relaying tables for events as well as restaurant services
* Abide by company policies and departmental procedures/trainings
* Liaise with key people in all necessary areas (kitchen, floor, bar, etc…) of the business to ensure the provision of food and service is consistent and in line with menu/standards set by the managers
* Deal effectively and courteously with customer requests, and to refer them to the line manager, if necessary
* To ensure that all legislative and Government guidelines are adhered to, including The Food Safety Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, the COSHH regulations, etc. within the areas of responsibility including all other requirements as described in the Searcys 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 and any other reasonable request of Senior Management
APPLLICANTS MUST HAVE VALID RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK!
Qualifications
* Excellent communication skills
* Hands on and proactive approach
* Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
* Passion for food and beverage
* Excellent time management
* Strong organisational skills
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
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
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* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Hospitality
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