Production Chef Apprentice

Summary

Larrys lanes are seeking a trainee Chef to join their team in the heart of the Hartlepool. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary excellence and a flair for creating delicious dishes. The successful learner will gain a level 2 Production Chef.

Annual wage: £6,656 a year
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Training course: Production chef (level 2)
Hours: Open Monday - Sunday Days and hours to be discussed at interview.
20 hours a week
Possible start date: Saturday 5 October
Duration: 1 Year 6 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

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
Learning how to put together a menu including costings

Where you’ll work

12-14 THE FRONT

HARTLEPOOL

TS25 1BS

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

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

Production Chef Level 2
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
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Presentation skills
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental

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

Our close-knit team values collaboration and mentorship, ensuring you will receive personalized support and the chance to grow alongside our experienced staff. We are passionate about giving our staff the opportunity to develop and learn new skills.

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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