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Sous Chef – Canary Riverside Plaza London, Vignette Collection
Join the excitement and become part of the team at Canary Riverside Plaza London, Vignette Collection by IHG, a landmark addition to the luxury lifestyle scene in one of London’s most dynamic destinations.
About the Role
As a Sous Chef at Canary Riverside Plaza London, you’ll step into an exciting new chapter for Vignette Collection—IHG’s first property in the capital. Located in the heart of Canary Wharf, this 142-room hotel boasts stunning views across the River Thames and London skyline, alongside luxurious guestrooms, culinary excellence, meeting spaces, and a health club offering premium wellness experiences.
You’ll be integral to crafting an authentic, experiential dining experience—blending local cuisine, culinary innovation, and meaningful guest connections in a exclusive setting.
Key Responsibilities
The role involves leading, delivering, and developing—your work will inspire both the team and our guests. Key duties include:
- Operational oversight: Ensure kitchen production, cleanliness, and safe systems of work through accountability for the entire kitchen operation.
- Menu innovation: Collaborate in developing dishes that reflect local influences while staying ahead of food trends.
- Team leadership: Train, mentor, and up-skill the Chef team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences under your guidance.
- Cross-functional versatility: Execute all kitchen sections during every service to uphold a seamless, high-efficiency operation.
Requirements & Qualifications
To thrive in this role and lead effectively, you must have:
- Mechanical expertise: Proven experience as a Senior Chef De Partie or Sous Chef in properties of comparable size.
- Compliance & safety: Level 3 Food Safety certification, along with knowledge of HACCP principles.
- Operational systems: Familiarity with key platforms to support kitchen efficiency, including:
- Micros Symphony (or a similar POS system)
- Procure Wizard or equivalent procurement tools.
- Brand expertise: Understanding of IHG’s quality and consistency standards for food, including creating menus, sourcing suppliers, and maintaining exceptional product standards.
- Industry insight: Enduring knowledge of global culinary trends, supplier networks, and relevant networks outside the hotel.
- Section proficiency: Technical skills across every kitchen section in multiple service rotations to facilitate smooth kitchen operations.
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About IHG & What We Offer
By joining IHG, you’ll be part of a luxury hospitality brand that values authentic connections, individuality, and transformative guest experiences. As a recognised ‘Best Employer 2025’ in the UK, we provide a supportive environment your skills can thrive and grow in.
Benefits & Development
In addition to the prestige and excitement of this role, we offer:
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Financial security & lifestyle benefits
- A competitive salary and guaranteed hours
- Free meals during your shift
- Generous paid holidays
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Growth & career progression
- Extensive training programs and opportunities for advancement both domestic and for your future role within IHG Global
- Access to excellent development initiatives and leadership training.
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Employee perks
- Discounted lodging, dining, and experiences across IHG’s 6,000+ hotels worldwide
- Friendly rates for colleagues, family and friends
- Discounts on groceries, retail, and lifestyle purchases via our perks portal.
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- Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, and additional sector-specific support.
The Opportunity
If you are looking for a trusted, inclusive environment—where authenticity and culinary passion are celebrated—then this Sou Chef role within Vignette Collection gives you the opportunity to:
- Contribute to a landmark IHG project in London’s most dynamic hubs.
- Be part of creating exceptional guest experiences in a luxury setting.
- Join a company committed to diversity, inclusion, and workplace equality.
Apply Today
To secure your place in this ground-breaking debut of Vignette Collection, please apply now. You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.
Accessibility & Inclusion
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need any adjustments or support, please contact your recruiter to arrange it.
Equality & Opportunity
IHG Hotels & Resorts is an equal-opportunity employer. Our commitment is to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military/reserved status or any other characteristic protected by law. At IHG, every voice matters, and we are proud to celebrate and empower the unique talents of everyone we employ.
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