Floor Manager

Searcys are looking for a Floor Manager to assist the Operations Manager to deliver seamless service to all areas of the department.

The King's Fund is an independent charitable organisation working to improve health and care in England. Searcys are proud to work alongside The Kings Fund providing high end hospitality and catering for their prestigious event calendar.

As a Floor Manager, 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)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Meals are 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
• A wide selection of Searcys ibelong Events.

Job Type: Full Time, 20 hours contract

Mainly Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work when required.

Hourly Rate: £15.30 Hourly 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• To plan, organise and deliver a successful operation of the events, dinning rooms and other areas within the Hospitality department with the assistance of the relevant department heads.
• To liaise with other key personal, including marketing, events and sales department in order to deliver service the meets and exceed the client expectations.
• To brief the Hospitality team on all aspects of the business and to oversee the running of all events, workings lunches and dining.
• To meet clients on arrival making sure that the event is as they require, and ensuring that any on the day changes are passed on to the relevant people where necessary.
• To assist on the development of the Hospitality waiting team, making sure that they adhere to standards laid down by Hospitality Managers and provide training as required, specially on the areas of food and beverage service.
• Any other reasonable request by management.
• Demonstrate Personal Development

Key Skills:

• Excellent product knowledge (food/beverage)
• Experience in running large events, dinners.
• Strong business acumen
• Leads by example by acting professional at all times.
• Excellent communication skills
• Responds quickly to drive business through periods of low demand
• Takes the initiative
• Excellent time management

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, founded in 1847. Working with us means being part of London’s most prestigious events and some of the country's most iconic venues. You’ll gain valuable experience and mentoring from skilled colleagues and have a chance to write your own chapter in our celebrated history.  

A career at Searcys means being part of something special. With our rich heritage, and ever-growing business, we will be delighted if you join us – a company with a strong sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk