Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship

FRESH ELEMENT LTD

GATESHEAD, NE8 3BA

Closes in 4 days (Tuesday 24 September)

Posted on 10 September 2024

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Summary

SIX is a refined, modern British restaurant that holds 2 AA Rosettes and is recognised within the Michelin Guide. Our produce is carefully sourced, often locally and sustainably, delivered through a tasting menu experience paired with the best, panoramic views of the city's skyline. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team.

Annual wage
£10,080 a year

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Training course
Commis chef (level 2)
Hours
Flexible to business needs. Shifts to be confirmed.

30 hours a week

Possible start date

Wednesday 25 September

Duration

1 Year

Positions available

2

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

  • Maintain high standards of kitchen and personal hygiene
  • Preparation of ingredients under supervision of more senior member of staff
  • Measure dish ingredients and portion sizes correctly
  • Deal with deliveries and stock rotation
  • Work on a section, under supervision during service
  • Refuse management 

Where you’ll work

BALTIC CENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART

GATESHEAD QUAYS

SOUTH SHORE ROAD

GATESHEAD

NE8 3BA

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

NCG

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

    • You will be enrolled onto the Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship at Newcastle College, where you will attend one day per week

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • English (grade 3)
    • Maths (grade 3)

    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
    • Team working
    • Initiative
    • Patience

    About this company

    SIX is operated by Fresh Element Ltd which has been trading for close to 20 years. The parent company is Pneuma Hospitality Group which has other sites in Teesside which enables growth and progression opportunities for our staff.

    After this apprenticeship

    • A potential full time position with the business awaits within the business

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    NCG

    apprenticeships@ncl-coll.ac.uk

    01912004844

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000275831.

    Apply now

    Closes in 4 days (Tuesday 24 September)

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