Junior Sous Chef

InterContinental Hotels Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Paid holidays

Worldwide discounted room rates

Discounted F&B

Employee assistance programme

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Canary Riverside Plaza London, Vignette Collection by IHG is recruiting a Junior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a dynamic kitchen team in a luxury Canary Wharf setting.

You will develop and refine menus featuring local dishes, uphold food safety standards, and train chefs to deliver memorable experiences across all service periods.

Qualifications

• Senior Chef De Partie or Junior Sous Chef experience in a similar sized property.
• Level 3 Food Safety certification and HACCP knowledge.
• Knowledge of Micros Simphony (or relevant POS) and Procure Wizard.
• Ability to create and deliver menus using appropriate suppliers and products.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations including production, cleanliness and safe working systems with Sous Chefs.
• Support menu development and local cuisine adaptation.
• Train and upskill the Chef team to deliver high-quality guest experiences.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Food safety

HACCP knowledge

Local cuisine awareness

Tools

Micros Simphony

Procure Wizard

Job description

Canary Riverside Plaza London, Vignette Collection is on the lookout for a dynamic Junior Sous Chef to inspire and lead!

Join the excitement and become part of the team at Canary Riverside Plaza London, Vignette Collection by IHG - a landmark addition to the capital’s luxury lifestyle scene.

Joining the IHG portfolio in Summer 2026 as Canary Riverside Plaza London, Vignette Collection - this exciting new chapter marks the brand’s first property in London. Set in the heart of Canary Wharf with stunning views across the River Thames and London skyline, the hotel features 142 luxurious guestrooms and suites, stylish dining spaces, meeting and events facilities and access to a luxury health club, spa and pool. As part of Vignette Collection, the hotel blends luxury hospitality with authentic, experiential and considerate travel while celebrating individuality, locality and meaningful guest experiences in one of London’s most dynamic destinations.

As a Junior Sous Chef, your day-to-day will be driven by our guests' needs, however you can expect to cover the following duties and responsibilities (not all encompassing) …

• Being accountable for the Kitchen operation including production, cleanliness and safe systems of work working alongside our Sous Chefs
• Supporting to create and developing dishes on our menu to celebrate local cuisine and keep up to date with food trends
• Develop and support our Chef team, training and upskilling our Chefs to ensure everyone is able to provide excellent culinary experiences for our guests

We are searching for someone who is passionate about people, thrives on delivering authentic service and takes pride in creating thoughtful guest experiences. In addition to this, we are looking for someone who has….

• To have been a Senior Chef De Partie or Junior Sous Chef within a similar sized property
• To have completed level 3 Food Safety certification and have knowledge in HACCP
• Knowledge of appropriate systems to support operational processes – such as Micros Simphony (or relevant POS) and Procure Wizard
• Knowledge of appropriate working to brand standards relating to food and the ability to create and deliver appropriate menus, using appropriate suppliers and product
• To be part of external networks and up to date with critical issues and trends in food
• Technical skills to work on every section for every service period in the kitchen

Joining our team means becoming part of a luxury lifestyle brand that values individuality, authentic connections and meaningful guest experiences. In return, we offer a wide range of benefits and opportunities designed to support your wellbeing, development and career grow such as…

• Financial security – A competitive salary, guaranteed hours, a free meal on shift, paid holidays!
• Growth and development – extensive training, opportunities for career progression across the world. IHG has been recognised as a ‘Best Employer 2025’ in the UK by Mercer.
• Colleague perks – worldwide discounted room rates and discounted F&B whilst on employee rate (IHG has over 6,000 hotels and growing), plus generous friends and family rate. Discounts through our portal on your supermarket shop, experiences and loads of retailers on our perks portal.
• Wellbeing – employee assistance programme available 24/7 and much more!

If you are looking to join a hotel company where you can be your authentic self, create meaningful connections and be part of an exciting new chapter for Vignette Collection in London, click apply today!

You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any adjustments or support at any stage, and your recruiter will assist you accordingly.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.