Junior Sous Chef

Crowne Plaza Hotel; Reading; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & beverage discounts

Employee travel discounts

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Crowne Plaza Reading East is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering high-quality dishes that meet AA Rosette standards. You will be involved in the day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, creativity, and attention to detail in every plate.

Join a luxury hotel team offering opportunities to lead kitchen tasks, develop menus, and uphold strict food safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality-led kitchen line or kitchen team.
• Passion for delivering food to AA Rosette or fine-dining standards.
• Knowledge of fresh ingredients, seasonality, and modern cooking techniques.
• Positive, hands-on attitude with excellent teamwork skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining consistency.
• Genuine passion for hospitality and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading and motivating the kitchen team to deliver outstanding food quality.
• Maintain rosette-level presentation, flavour, and technique across all dishes.
• Support menu development, bringing fresh ideas and seasonal creativity.
• Ensure high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance at all times.
• Help manage stock control, ordering, and minimising waste.
• Train and develop junior team members.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Food safety

Attention to detail

Pressure handling

Job description

Crowne Plaza Reading East is a modern, luxury 4-star hotel offering stylish bedrooms, the 2 AA Rosette Caprice Restaurant & Terrace, Monty’s Bar & Lounge, and the Esprit Wellness & Spa with pool, gym, and treatment facilities.

The hotel also features state-of-the-art meetings and events spaces for up to 260 delegates and is conveniently located near the M4 and Winnersh Triangle station, with easy access to Reading, Heathrow, Windsor Castle, and Legoland.

Job Description

As Junior Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering high-quality dishes that meet and exceed AA Rosette standards. You will play a key role in the day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, creativity, and attention to detail in every plate.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in leading and motivating the kitchen team to deliver outstanding food quality
• Maintain rosette-level presentation, flavour, and technique across all dishes
• Support menu development, bringing fresh ideas and seasonal creativity
• Ensure high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance at all times
• Help manage stock control, ordering, and minimising waste
• Train and develop junior team members

About You

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef in a quality-led kitchen
• Passion for delivering food to AA Rosette or similar fine dining standards
• Strong knowledge of fresh ingredients, seasonality, and modern cooking techniques
• A positive, hands-on attitude with excellent teamwork skills
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining consistency
• A genuine passion for hospitality and guest experience
• Food & Beverage Discounts: Calling all foodies! Enjoy mouthwatering discounts at our restaurants and bars.
• Employee Discount Rates: As a TROO Hospitality team member, you get exclusive access to unbeatable travel discounts at our hotels and across the IHG portfolio. Extend the adventure to your loved ones with Friend and Family Rates, making your travel dreams a reality at unbeatable prices.
• Employee Assistance Programme: We care about your well-being, which is why we offer an Employee Assistance Programme to provide support and guidance when life throws its curveballs. Consider it your trusty sidekick in times of need.