Commis Chef Apprentice

Summary

Muse is delighted to announce that they are looking to expand their wonderful team and are looking for an exceptional member to join them, this apprenticeship will allow you to learn, develop and gain new skills with an amazing, experienced team. The successful leaner will gain a level 2 Commis Chef.

Annual wage: £9,984 to £17,846.40 a year
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Training course: Commis chef (level 2)
Hours: Between 9am –9.30pm Monday to Sunday. Hours and days to be discussed at interview.
30 hours a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 1 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

Working alongside the executives’ chefs, sous chef, line chef as well as other kitchen employees in food production.
Assist kitchen staff in maintaining high cuisine standards.
Assist the line chefs in the production of different foods for example vegetables, meats and pastries.
You will adhere to all Health and Safety policies and procedures.
Assist the chef in preparing and serving food to clients on time.
Maintain food safety when storing, hold and serving food.
Learn the importance of stock rotation and adhere to it.

Where you’ll work

104B High Street

Yarm

TS15 9AU

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

MIDDLESBROUGH 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

Your training plan

Level 2 Commis Chef.
Functional Skills (if required).
Day release one day per week.
Middlesbrough College.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 2)

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
Customer care skills
Presentation skills
Team working
Initiative

Other requirements

This vacancy is to start immediately therefore you must be available to start before applying. All closing, interview and start dates are subject to change and may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment. Northern Skills will check candidates' eligibility prior to any interviews.

About this company

Muse is a Continental cafe situated on the busy high street of Yarm. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, the menus are made up of classic flavoursome dishes with a twist, served simply with the emphasis on quality ingredients. The restaurant also boasts a licensed pavement cafe, giving that real Parisian cafe feel... a great place to dine alfresco during the warmer months and relax as the world goes by.

https://museyarm.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Depending on the circumstances of the business upon completion of the apprenticeship programme there could be a potential position of employment available.

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