Apprentice Production Chef
The Thorold
Grantham, NG32 2HH
Closes in 9 days (Monday 30 September at 11:59pm)
Posted on 8 July 2024
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Summary
We are looking for a bright, enthusiastic Apprentice Production Chef to join our team. Joining our small but successful community-owned pub as an Apprentice Chef offers a unique opportunity to develop your culinary skills in a supportive environment. Here, you will benefit from hands-on experience with multiple menus that cater for a wide audience.
- Annual wage
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£13,312 to £23,795.20 a year
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Wage range is dependent on age and experience. There is a bonus scheme and we would look to increase pay in line with experience and good performance.
- Training course
- Production chef (level 2)
- Hours
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Typically Wednesday to Sunday, 10.00am to 8.00pm, with some split shifts and at least 1 x 30 minute (minimum) break each day.
40 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Saturday 12 October
- Duration
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1 Year 3 Months
- Positions available
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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
Our close-knit team values collaboration and mentorship, ensuring you will receive personalized support and the chance to grow alongside our experienced staff. Being part of a community-focused establishment means we’re passionate about giving our staff the opportunity to develop and learn new skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
An average day will be a mix of learning, practicing and helping with various kitchen tasks. Typical duties will include:
- Prepping ingredients,
- Practicing your knife skills,
- Making stocks and sauces,
- Baking - helping to prepare dishes,
Taking on more complicated tasks as your skills develop:
- Cleaning and helping to restock the kitchen
- Assisting the Head Chef with special events
- Learning how to put together a menu including costings
Where you’ll work
The Thorold
Main Street
Marston
Grantham
NG32 2HH
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
LINCOLN COLLEGE
Your training course
Production chef (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
- The successful candidate will work towards achieving their Apprenticeship Standard qualification in Production 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.
- Functional Skills in maths and English, if required.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English & Maths (grade A*/9 - 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
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Presentation skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
A kitchen is a warm and sometimes uncomfortable environment and hours can be long. Some manual work is required carrying and safely storing stock etc.
About this company
We are a community owned rural pub with bed and breakfast rooms and a small shop. We are open 7 days a week offering both food and drink and have a coffee morning on a Wednesday alongside an Out-Reach Post Office.
After this apprenticeship
- On successful completion of the Apprenticeship, we would hope to employ the apprentice as an Assistant Chef in the kitchen once they are qualified and continue to develop with on-the-job training
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LINCOLN COLLEGE
Margaret Davis
apprenticeships@lincolncollege.ac.uk
01522 876284
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000263350.
Apply now
Closes in 9 days (Monday 30 September at 11:59pm)
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