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WSH Group Limited

Back of House Manager

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In-Office
London, England, GBR
Senior level
In-Office
London, England, GBR
Senior level
Manage inventory, stock control and logistics for the venue; ensure food safety and H&S compliance; coordinate goods in, invoices, monthly stock takes, stores maintenance, risk assessments, and preparation of china/glass/cutlery for events. Lead staff, investigate accidents, and implement SOPs to reduce waste and control costs.
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Company Description

Searcys are looking for a Back Of House Manager to join the team at one of their City based venues, The IET. 

As a Back of House Manager you will be responsible for managing inventory and stock across all areas of the venue. Being the lead on stock management and logistics, ensuring to reduce waste and maintaining cost control, cleaning, re-setting and generally making sure all glassware, crockery are set for the next day.

The Institution of Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary professional engineering institution. The IET was formed in 2006 from two separate institutions: the Institution of Electrical Engineers, dating back to 1871, and the Institution of Incorporated Engineers dating back to 1884..

As a Back of House Manager you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

  • 50% discount across Searcys venues
  • Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
  • Up to 35 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
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Your birthday off to celebrate in style
  • A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

Job Description

To implement and manage procedures to ensure the successful smooth operation of all back of house catering areas. To identify areas of improvement and instigate practices to develop efficiency and ensuring all practices are in line with health and safety legislation and Searcys policy. 

Job Type: 40 hours per week 

Salary: £36,000 pa

Working afternoon/ evenings

Responsibilities:

  • Support the overseeing of the organisation and cleanliness of all kitchens and back-of-house areas, ensuring compliance with food safety and health & safety standards.
  • Responsible for all ‘Goods In’.
  • To ensure invoices are checked and logged, highlighting discrepancies to suppliers and on-site management accountant.
  • Coordinate stock control, including ordering, delivery, rotation, storage, monthly stock takes, and updating inventory and pricing records.
  • Ensuring all invoices are checked and processed correctly following company policy.
  • Monitor the practice of all standard operating procedures (SOPs) and requirements within area of responsibility.
  • To ensure the preparation of all china, glass, cutlery and light equipment for all events.
  • Carry out, maintain, and review risk assessments for all areas both internal and external where catering is requested.
  • Coordinate the management, maintenance and organisation of stores.
  • Responsible for accident reporting and to carry out accident investigations and brief all employees on the procedure of all accident reporting, near misses and accident investigations in your absence.
  • To always represent Searcys in a professional manner in your behaviour, appearance and knowledge.

To carry out any other reasonable duties as required by management.

Qualifications

  • Strong leadership and organisational skills.
  • Knowledge of food safety, regulations.
  • Experience in Compliance, Food Safety and Stock Management 
  • Has experience working to a critical time line 

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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