Apprentice Chef

The Crown Inn, Marnhull

DORSET, DT10 1LN

Closes in 12 days (Wednesday 8 January at 11:59pm)

Posted on 5 April 2024


Summary

A fantastic opportunity to become an Apprentice Chef and be a part of the friendly team at The Crown, Marnhull. We are looking to recruit an Apprentice Chef who is passionate about hospitality. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic and ready to put their skills into practice.

Annual wage
£16,640 a year

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The successful candidate will receive an equal share of tips.

Training course
Commis chef (level 2)
Hours
Must be available Monday-Sunday. Standard working week would be one day of college and four working days. Outside of term time and if circumstances dictate there may be the possibility of a five day week. TBC.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 13 January

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Producing all food recipes to specification and recording any wastage/shrinkage in accordance with company guidelines.

• Cooking and baking hot food, sweets, pastries etc. when required.

• Work safely around the kitchen equipment.

• Ensuring that all food is stored to the company’s standards.

• Strictly adhering to all relevant food safety and hygiene regulations at all times.

• Assist in keeping the kitchen clean, hygienic, and tidy at all times.

• Carry out all reasonable duties as requested by management as and when required.

• Undertaking any general cleaning requirements of the kitchen and restaurant.

• Working as part of the kitchen and catering team and undertaking any other reasonable duties as and when required.

Where you’ll work

CROWN ROAD

MARNHULL

STURMINSTER NEWTON

DORSET

DT10 1LN

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

YEOVIL COLLEGE

Your training course

Commis chef (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents
  • Contribute to reviewing and refreshing menus in line with business and customer requirements
  • Use technology for the development and production of dishes and menu items in line with business procedures and guidelines to achieve the best result
  • Check food stocks, report on shortages, prioritise food that is close to expiry and keep the storage areas in good order
  • Prioritise tasks, ensuring food items meet the required quality standard and in the required time frame
  • Measure dish ingredients and portion sizes accurately
  • Use a range of craft preparation and basic cooking skills and techniques to prepare, cook and finish dishes and menu items in line with business requirements
  • Use correct knives and knife skills when preparing food and use the correct equipment when preparing, cooking and finishing food
  • Correctly store and use food items and commodities when preparing, cooking and finishing dishes to deliver a quality product that is safe for the consumer
  • Apply correct preparation and selection methods when using fresh produce in dishes
  • Complete preparation and cooking tasks to a high standard, delivered on time and presented as described within the recipe specification
  • Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment at all times, complete kitchen documentation as required
  • Work with others to ensure dishes produced are of high quality, delivered on time and to the standard required
  • Choose methods of communication that achieve effective team working
  • Develop own skills and knowledge through training and experiences
  • Deal with team challenges and problems constructively to drive a positive outcome
  • Effectively manage resources to meet specifications and control waste
  • Follow safe systems of work reporting risks in the appropriate manner
  • Contribute to reviewing and refreshing menus in line with business and customer requirements
  • Use technology for the development and production of dishes and menu items in line with business procedures and guidelines to achieve the best result
  • Check food stocks, report on shortages, prioritise food that is close to expiry and keep the storage areas in good order
  • Prioritise tasks, ensuring food items meet the required quality standard and in the required time frame
  • Measure dish ingredients and portion sizes accurately
  • Use a range of craft preparation and basic cooking skills and techniques to prepare, cook and finish dishes and menu items in line with business requirements
  • Use correct knives and knife skills when preparing food and use the correct equipment when preparing, cooking and finishing food
  • Correctly store and use food items and commodities when preparing, cooking and finishing dishes to deliver a quality product that is safe for the consumer
  • Apply correct preparation and selection methods when using fresh produce in dishes
  • Complete preparation and cooking tasks to a high standard, delivered on time and presented as described within the recipe specification
  • Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment at all times, complete kitchen documentation as required
  • Work with others to ensure dishes produced are of high quality, delivered on time and to the standard required
  • Choose methods of communication that achieve effective team working
  • Develop own skills and knowledge through training and experiences
  • Deal with team challenges and problems constructively to drive a positive outcome
  • Effectively manage resources to meet specifications and control waste
  • Follow safe systems of work reporting risks in the appropriate manner

Your training plan

The apprenticeship training is delivered through a combination of workplace learning and regular college attendance. This training will teach you the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the Commis Chef Level 2 standard. On completion, the apprentice will receive Commis Chef Level 2 qualification.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

  • English (grade 4-9 (A-C))
  • Maths (grade 4-9 (A-C))

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Physical fitness

Other requirements

Live in option available for the right candidate (£50 per week) You MUST be prepared to commit to your work and training for the duration of the apprenticeship. In some cases, you may be required to have a telephone interview with Yeovil College prior to your application being passed on. If a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date, it may close earlier so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

About this company

Located in the Dorset village of Marnhull, the Crown Inn is steeped in history and offers a wide selection of hearty pub classics, traditional grills, seasonal specials & signature dishes.

http://www.crownmarnhull.com (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Further progression within the company and the potential for further qualifications.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

YEOVIL COLLEGE

Wendy Jenkins

studentrecruitment@yeovil.ac.uk

01935845380

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000242170.

Apply now

Closes in 12 days (Wednesday 8 January at 11:59pm)

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