Junior Sous Chef

Job Category: Hotel-KitchenJob Description:The Junior Sous Chef supports the Sous Chef and Head Chef in managing the kitchen operations. This includes supervising sections of the kitchen, ensuring the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes, maintaining hygiene standards, and helping manage kitchen staff. The role is ideal for a strong Chef de Partie who is ready to take on more responsibility and leadership.YOUR DAY-TO-DAY:

• Assist the Sous Chef in managing kitchen operations and staff.
• Supervise specific sections of the kitchen and ensure consistency and quality.
• Oversee food preparation and ensure it adheres to the restaurant’s standards.
• Support in menu planning, food costing, and recipe development.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and organization in all kitchen areas.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring proper techniques and procedures are followed.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, and stock rotation.
• Monitor portion control and minimize food waste to help control costs.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards.
• Step in to lead the kitchen in the absence of the Sous Chef or Head Chef.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef in a professional kitchen.
• Culinary degree or relevant professional training preferred.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and hygiene standards.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for food and a high level of attention to detail.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work-life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the business.Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our well-being framework, we are committed to supporting well-being in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.About Us: At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?About the Team:Join Crowne Plaza one of the largest and best loved premium hotel brands in the world. With more than 400 hotels in diverse locations globally Crowne Plaza is the perfect base to connect on business, pleasure or a blend of both. We’ve thoughtfully designed our spaces to encourage, support and celebrate great connections. We’re also big on meetings and events, a trusted partner thanks to our expertise in connecting both domestic and global groups. Our branded service style ‘Dare to Connect’ supports colleagues in delivering an unscripted approach to service that encourages warm, engaging interactions with guests.In our hotels you’ll find a team who are people-first, professional and inclusive and feel part of our global community. If you are inventive and love to connect and collaborate you’ll feel at home and excel at Crowne Plaza