Back of House Apprentice (Production Chef)

Summary

As a Back of House Apprentice at The Lion Inn, you will be stepping into a role that is essential to the smooth operation of our kitchen and overall service. This apprenticeship is an opportunity to learn the ins and outs of a professional kitchen, gaining hands-on experience in food preparation, kitchen management, and team collaboration

Annual wage: £9,984 a year
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Training course: Production chef (level 2)
Hours: Shift work including bank holidays, evenings and weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed
30 hours a week
Possible start date: Thursday 7 November
Duration: 1 Year 3 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

Our Core Values:

We are passionate about people: We believe in fostering positive relationships and treating everyone with care and respect
We are generous: We go above and beyond for our guests and our team, always willing to give a little more
We show respect: We maintain a respectful and supportive environment for all
We enjoy what we do: We believe in having fun and finding joy in our work every day

Who You Are:

Eager to learn and develop new skills in a professional kitchen environment
A team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Passionate about food and committed to delivering high-quality service
Reliable, punctual, and ready to take on new challenges

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in the preparation and cooking of high-quality dishes
Support the kitchen team with daily tasks including food prep, cleaning, and inventory management
Learn and adhere to all health, safety, and hygiene standards
Participate in maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure timely and accurate service

What We Offer:

A supportive and welcoming team that values your contribution and growth
Hands-on training from experienced professionals in a well-established kitchen
Opportunities for professional development and progression within the company
A chance to be part of a company that truly values its people and enjoys what it does
Competitive apprenticeship salary and benefits

Where you’ll work

111 Shifnal Rd

TF2 9NN

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

LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

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 Apprenticeship Level 2 including Functional Skills in maths and English

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

Other in:

None required (grade None required)

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

Team Working
Organisation Skills

Other requirements

The closing date is just a guide, if a suitable candidate is found before the closing date then the vacancy may close early.

About this company

A warm and welcoming pub, situated in the heart of Priorslee.

After this apprenticeship

There will be opportunities for professional development and progression within our expanding company

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