Apprentice Commis Chef SALTED ORANGE FOOD COMPANY LTD

We are looking for bright, enthusiastic Apprentice Commis Chefs to join our team to create, maintain and improve the standard of Salted Orange Food Company offering along with the maintaining of the 5 hygiene standards and the effective running of events.

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Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,312.00 to £23,795.20

    Salary is dependent on age and any previous experience

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    24 Jul 2024

  • Date posted

    18 Jun 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000252783

  • Positions

    2 available

What you will do in your working day

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

  • Minimize wastage and loss to business
  • Contribute to reviewing and refreshing menus in line with business and customer requirements
  • Use a range of craft preparation and basic cooking skills and techniques to prepare, cook and finish dishes and menu items
  • Ensure portion control
  • Ensure the presentation of the food and service is to the standard of the company.
  • Ensure excellence in cleanliness and standards across the operation
  • Report any issues maintenance or otherwise to H&S manager
  • Ensuring the food preparation areas are clean and hygienic
  • Washing utensils and dishes and making sure they are stored appropriately
  • Sorting, storing and distributing ingredients
  • Washing, peeling, chopping, cutting and cooking foodstuffs and helping to prepare salads and desserts
  • Disposing of rubbish
  • Cleaning the food preparation equipment, floors and other kitchen tools or areas

The training you will be getting

  • The successful candidate will work towards achieving their Apprenticeship Standard in Commis Chef Level 2
  • A dedicated work-based trainer will be assigned to the candidate to provide them with support and guidance throughout the course. This is a predominently work-based programme with College attendance required once a month. All learning will take place at the candidate's place of employment/College and within their contracted working hours.

Course outline:

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/commis-chef-v1-3

 

 

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Permanent position available on successful completion of the Apprenticeship
  • Potential to grow within the business as the business expands.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Presentation skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade A*/9 - C/4) Essential

About the employer

Lincolnshire’s, Nottinghamshire and Cambridgeshire’s number one catering and events company. Everything you need to make your day memorable! With over 30 years’ experience, we are the most exciting catering and events company in the area. We specialise in the fresh, the funky and the fine.

Employer

SALTED ORANGE FOOD COMPANY LTD

Address

SALTED ORANGE

UNIT 8

WHISBY WAY

LN6 3LQ

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Training

Training provider

LINCOLN COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Margaret Davis

apprenticeships@lincolncollege.ac.uk

01522 876284

Apprenticeship standard

Commis chef

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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