Junior Sous Chef

Coppa Club; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant dining establishment in Maidenhead is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to support the kitchen brigade. The ideal candidate will excel in a high-volume environment, bringing creativity and leadership to dish preparation and mentoring junior staff. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, contributing to menu development, and maintaining high hygiene standards. Competitive perks include food discounts, wellbeing support, and enrichment events, as the company is dedicated to an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

50% Off Food & Soft Drinks

Free meals when on shift

Long Service Rewards

Hotel Discounts

Event Space Savings

Wellbeing Support

Retail Discounts

Apprenticeship Programmes

Enrichment Days & Team Events

Qualifications

• Proven success as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef in a quality-driven kitchen.
• Strong technique, creativity, and eye for detail.
• Ability to guide and inspire junior chefs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in managing daily operations.
• Train and motivate junior chefs.
• Help shape seasonal menus.

Skills

Culinary skill

Leadership

Team spirit

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

🔪 Junior Sous Chef – Coppa Club

Are you ready to take the next step in your culinary journey and help lead a vibrant, people-first kitchen? Coppa Club is looking for a passionate Junior Sous Chef to support our brigade and deliver seasonal, standout dishes in a space that feels like home.

Why Coppa Club?

We’re more than a restaurant—we’re a clubhouse for locals, and that includes our team. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:

• 📱 Stream Access – Track, manage, and access your earnings instantly.
• 🍽️ 50% Off Food & Soft Drinks – Across all our brands.
• 🍝 Free meals when on shift – a selected menu for you to choose from when on your break
• 🏥 Long Service Rewards – such as extra holidays and access to private healthcare.
• 🏨 Hotel Discounts – Reduced rates at our award-winning properties.
• 🎉 Event Space Savings – 50% off private hire bookings.
• 🧠 Wellbeing Support – Mental health, legal guidance, and financial advice.
• 🛍️ Retail Discounts – Enjoy savings from top brands.
• 🎓 Apprenticeship Programmes – Tailored to your career goals.
• 📅 Enrichment Days & Team Events – Because fun matters too.

What You Bring

We’re looking for a confident, creative chef ready to lead with flair and focus:

• Experience: Proven success as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef in a high-volume, quality-driven kitchen.
• Culinary skill: Strong technique, creativity, and a sharp eye for detail.
• Leadership: Ability to guide and inspire junior chefs with positivity and professionalism.
• Passion: A genuine love for food and a hunger to keep learning.
• Team spirit: Excellent communication and collaboration across the kitchen and front-of-house.
• Adaptability: Calm and focused under pressure, with strong multitasking abilities.

What You’ll Do

As Junior Sous Chef, you’ll play a key role in our kitchen’s success:

• Support leadership: Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in managing daily operations.
• Mentor the team: Train and motivate junior chefs to grow and thrive.
• Contribute creatively: Help shape seasonal menus and bring fresh ideas to the pass.
• Maintain standards: Uphold hygiene, safety, and presentation excellence.
• Deliver quality: Consistently produce dishes that reflect Coppa Club’s ethos—stylish, satisfying, and seasonal.

Ready to cook up something extraordinary? Apply now and let’s make magic together at Coppa Club.

At Coppa Club, we’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome people from all backgrounds to be part of our team. Diversity makes us stronger, and inclusion keeps us real.