Apprentice Assistant Manager - Pizza Chef

ELEPHANT COFFEE LTD

NESTON, CH64 6SB

Closes in 10 days (Friday 4 October at 11:59pm)

Posted on 25 April 2024

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Summary

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Trainee Assistant Manager who will lead a team in our busy pizza kitchen. The ideal person will possess a strong personality, capable of leading a small team and maintaining the high standards of our pizza operation. You would provide support and deputise for the Kitchen and Operations Managers.

Annual wage
£11,648 to £20,820.80 a year

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Training course
Production chef (level 2)
Hours
Monday-Sunday on a rota basis. Shifts tbc.

35 hours a week

Possible start date

Friday 18 October

Duration

1 Year

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

  • Experience: Ideally, you should be able to demonstrate at least 2 years experience of leading a team and will have an awareness of KPI targets. No previous pizza-making experience is necessary as full training will be given
  • Leadership Abilities: Capable of leading and supervising a team of
    kitchen staff, providing clear direction and ensuring smooth
    operations during busy periods.
  • Customer Service: A professional and approachable personality with the ability to engage with customers and provide exceptional service, resolving any issues or complaints effectively
  • Organisational Skills: Strong organisational skills to manage inventory, oversee ordering and ensure that the kitchen runs efficiently while maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety
  • Problem-solving: The ability to multitask, evaluate large amounts of information and make quick, effective decisions to address any issues that arise during service
  • Health and Safety Regulations: Be able to understand health and
    safety regulations within a kitchen environment, ensuring compliance and promoting a safe working environment for all staff
  • Communication: Have excellent communication skills to liaise with
    other team members, management and suppliers, as well as to
    effectively delegate tasks and instructions
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing circumstances
  • Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends and to adapt to the dynamic nature of the operation and the hospitality industry

Where you’ll work

HAMILTON HOUSE

THE PARADE

PARKGATE

NESTON

CH64 6SB

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

CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST

Your training course

Production chef (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents
  • Check, prepare, assemble, cook, regenerate, hold and present food meeting the needs of the customers and maintaining organisational standards and procedures.
  • Use kitchen tools and equipment correctly to produce consistently high quality dishes according to specifications.
  • Take responsibility for the cleanliness, organisation and smooth running of the work area.
  • Produce dishes to suit individuals’ specific dietary, religious and allergenic  needs as required.
  • Operate within all regulations, legislation and procedural requirements.
  • Complete and maintain documentation to meet current legislative guidelines.
  • Use effective methods of communication with all colleagues, managers and customers to promote a positive image of yourself and the organisation.
  • Work in a fair and empathetic manner to support team members while offering a quality provision.
  • Work to ensure customer expectations are met.
  • Work collaboratively to uphold the vision, values and objectives of the organisation.
  • Use technology appropriately.
  • Maintain quality and consistency in food production by using resources in line with organisations’ financial constraints, style, specifications and ethos.
  • Identify own learning style, personal development needs and opportunities and take action to meet those needs.
  • Use feedback positively to improve performance. 

    • Your training plan

    The candidate will follow a Level 2 Apprenticeship programme and study towards a full Level 2 in Production Chef. This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College – South & West. If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A-C (9-2) or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 1 Functional Skill in the relevant subject.

    Requirements

    Desirable qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • English (grade C/4)
    • Maths (grade C/4)

    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
    • Organisation skills
    • Customer care skills
    • Logical
    • Team working
    • Polite

    Other requirements

    You will need to consider transport to this workplace.

    About this company

    Award winning Coffee Shop, Pizzeria and Bar located along the famous Parkgate Parade in Cheshire and on the Wirral.

    After this apprenticeship

    • Competitive remuneration (negotiable - depending on experience)
    • Selected staff food and drinks whilst on shift
    • 28 days paid leave
    • Pension scheme (qualifying criteria apply)
    • Opportunity to gain formal qualifications

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST

    Sophie Cain

    sophie.cain@ccsw.ac.uk

    07867143886

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000247229.

    Apply now

    Closes in 10 days (Friday 4 October at 11:59pm)

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