Chef Apprentice

SHEPHERD NEAME LIMITED

Canterbury, CT1 2AA

Closes in 11 days (Monday 30 September)

Posted on 5 September 2024

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Summary

Shepherd Neame is proud to advertise for a Chef Apprentice at The Parrot in Canterbury. One of Canterbury’s oldest buildings, the Parrot was built on Roman foundations in the 14th century. Tucked away down a picturesque cobbled street in the heart of Canterbury, the pub offers a wealth of medieval beams, oak floorboards and authentic open fires.

Annual wage
£13,312 to £23,795.20 a year

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Tips and Trunk will be in addition to normal working pay at the discretion of the company.

Training course
Commis chef (level 2)
Hours
Varied shift patterns TBC over a 7-day period (30 - 40 hours per week).

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 7 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

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties will be mainly based in the kitchens and will include:

  • Food preparation - washing, cutting, portioning as instructed
  • Cooking of food and presenting to specification
  • Food rotation - being responsible for maintaining good food hygiene practices
  • Equipment preparation and cleaning - ensuring that all equipment is to food hygiene and kitchen standards
  • Kitchen cleaning - ensuring that the kitchen is maintained and cleaned as part of an ongoing standard

Previous catering experience would be beneficial however if you haven’t got experience, please do not worry, so long as that you love food, are confident, motivated and are a great team player, we can train you and teach you everything else that you will need to know. Our training partners HIT Training will take you through your learning journey. The Commis Chef Academy programme comprises of exciting master classes and workshops.

Apprentices spend time with industry experts, sharing ideas and boosting their understanding of key areas such as preparation and cooking, as well as flavour profiling, dish composition and seasonality. The workshops deliver content extracted from industry-recognised qualifications. Apprentices will have a coach assigned to them for 1-2-1 sessions at their place of work & for their progress reviews with their line manager.

Where you’ll work

9 St. Radigunds Street

Canterbury

CT1 2AA

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

HIT TRAINING LTD

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 Apprenticeship Standard:

    https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/commis-chef-v1-1 

    English and maths qualifications form a mandatory part of all apprenticeships and must be completed before an apprentice can pass through gateway.

    Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed. You will be required to travel to Ashford Cookery School to attend your practical master classes & workshops with your Chef Trainers. 

    Functional Skills up to a Level 2 in English and maths as required
    Chefs working towards their Level 2 Commis Chef apprenticeship will learn and understand how to carry out the basic functions in every section with our training provider partner in their Commis Chef Academy. This learning gives chefs the opportunity to experience, consider and value each section of the kitchen with a view to choosing an area where they feel most inspired.

    As part of their apprenticeship journey, Level 2 Commis Chef apprentices will attend workshops and development days to boost your knowledge, skills and behaviours. Apprentices will have access to an online learning platform & portfolio system.

    More training information

    Industry visits with our suppliers.

    Requirements

    Desirable qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • English Language (grade A-C or 4-9)
    • Maths (grade A-C or 4-9)

    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
    • Creative
    • Initiative
    • Basic Knife Skills
    • Allergen Awareness
    • Willing to learn

    Other requirements

    As part of the application process, you will be required to apply online and to attend a interview with the General Manager. Information will be sent out to you as part of the process.

    About this company

    Shepherd Neame is Britain's oldest brewer. It was founded in 1698 in Faversham, Kent. It is a family owned brewery which has passed in unbroken succession through five families. It produces a range of cask ales and filtered beers, producing around 180,000 brewed barrels a year. It has more than 300 pubs and hotels in South East England, mainly in Kent and London. Shepherd Neame exports to 44 countries including India, Sweden, Italy, Brazil and Canada.

    https://www.shepherdneame.co.uk/careers (opens in new tab)

    After this apprenticeship

    After successful completion of the apprenticeship, a prospect to a higher level qualification & permanent position for the right person. This may progress into a Senior Production Chef or Chef De Partie role alongside another apprenticeship course.  

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    SHEPHERD NEAME LIMITED

    David Everett

    apprenticeships@shepherd-neame.co.uk

    07714140077

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000275047.

    Apply now

    Closes in 11 days (Monday 30 September)

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