Commis Chef Apprentice

The Stove Cafe

CAMBRIDGE, CB23 2SH

Closes in 14 days (Friday 4 October at 11:59pm)

Posted on 30 August 2024

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Summary

An exciting opportunity to work with Fine Dining Cambridge Ltd has become available. This role allows you to work in a vibrant coffee shop and bakery while learning on the job as a commis chef. Gain hands-on experience, develop your culinary skills, and be part of a dynamic team in a dining environment.

Annual wage
£10,920 a year

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Meals on duty/ outside catering, function work and paid overtime

Training course
Commis chef (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Saturday with 1 day off and 1 day in college. Working between the hours of 9am-3pm

30 hours a week

Possible start date

Tuesday 15 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

As an apprentice at The Stove Cafe, you’ll embark on an exciting learning journey, working closely with the owner and head chef. You’ll dive into every aspect of cooking and kitchen management, gaining hands-on experience and mastering the art of creating delicious dishes.

Where you’ll work

14 ALMS HILL

BOURN

CAMBRIDGE

CB23 2SH

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

CAMBRIDGE REGIONAL 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

    The practical training period of the Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship is the time dedicated to the development of the knowledge, skills, and behaviours for which includes the following components:

    • A Commis Chef Apprenticeship at Level 2
    • On-programme assignments and practical assessments
    • Workplace portfolio of evidence
    • English and maths at Level 2 must be achieved
    • Food Hygiene qualification
    • Food Preparation qualification

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • English (grade 3/D)
    • Maths (grade 3/D)

    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
    • Problem solving skills
    • Presentation skills
    • Administrative skills
    • Number skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Logical
    • Team working
    • Creative
    • Initiative
    • Non judgemental
    • Patience

    Other requirements

    We are in a countryside location, so we please consider your mode of transportation when applying for the apprenticeship.

    About this company

    The Stove is a cosy and family friendly café in the historic village of Bourn. We serve fresh food and home-baked cakes, as well as delicious hot and cold drinks to visitors, using local ingredients and ethically sourced produce. We also host private events, and enjoy working with you to create your special day. We can’t wait for you to drop by!

    https://thestovebourn.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

    After this apprenticeship

    When the apprenticeship is completed, there may be an opportunity for you to be taken on as a full-time commis chef at The Stove 

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    CAMBRIDGE REGIONAL COLLEGE

    Hannah

    01223 418778

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000273577.

    Apply now

    Closes in 14 days (Friday 4 October at 11:59pm)

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