Deputy Head of Catering
Company: WSH Group
Role summary
Deputy Head of Catering is a contract role at WSH Group in City of London, England, United Kingdom (on-site). Posted 2026-10-07. Experience level: 5-10.
- Job title
- Deputy Head of Catering
- Company
- WSH Group
- Location
- City of London, England, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- contract
- Category
- Hospitality
- Experience level
- 5-10
- Date posted
- 2026-10-07
If you're passionate about hospitality and love leading a team, this is a fantastic opportunity! You'll be instrumental in managing a high-end catering operation at a beautiful historic venue in London, with great potential for growth within the company.
Job description
Company Description
Searcys are looking for a 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 (dependant 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.
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.
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
Employment Type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 42.5