Events Driver / Logistics Porter

The Driver will spend much of the role delivering food and equipment from one location to another. When at the event venue, they are required to unload the vehicle, help set up, break down and be involved in any ad hoc logistic support. We create fabulous events whatever or wherever the space. We've shown time and again that we know our clients inside out, providing outstanding hospitality in complex and historically or culturally sensitive spaces.,

• Loading and unloading equipment into vehicles returning or being dispatched to events.
• Smooth and efficient turnaround of catering equipment and vehicles.
• Working to detailed checklists and ensuring everything is accurate.
• Driving and delivering to events.
• To follow traffic laws and correctly calculate the route to the venues.
• Safe use of company vehicle, ensuring the vehicle has enough petrol for each journey.
• Excellent communication skills working closely with the on-site events team
• Competent and experienced driver with UK or EU licence.
• Working in accordance with Searcys Health and Safety and Manual Handling Policies.
• Ensure all the BOH areas are tidy by putting away all the deliveries
• Ensure the Wine cellar is tidy and organize after every delivery.
  
  Full, clean, manual/Automatic UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Personable, responsible and reliable
• Experience with driving in London (desirable)
• Be physically able to do manual handling (lifting and carrying)
• Enjoys working in a team, but motivated to work alone
• Can do attitude
• Previous Hospitality experience
  
  Searcys are looking for an Events Driver/Logistics Porter to join the Searcys Events team., 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.

As a Events Driver/Logistics Porter 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.