Commis Chef Apprentice

THE THIRSTY TURTLE LIMITED

Bedford, MK45 5DD

Closes in 12 days (Friday 11 October)

Posted on 20 September 2024

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Summary

The Thirsty Turtle Limited T/A The Compasses are looking for an eager to learn Commis Chef Apprentice to join the team at their cosy country pub.

Annual wage
£15,999 a year

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Training course
Commis chef (level 2)
Hours
Mon – Sun (12:00 – 22:00)

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 4 November

Duration

1 Year 3 Months

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

Main responsibilities at The Compasses:

  • Supporting the senior chefs in cooking and plating dishes according to established recipes and standards.
  • Maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen, ensuring adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Assisting with receiving and storing ingredients, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring proper storage and rotation.
  • Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations and efficient workflow.
  • Demonstrating a willingness to learn and grow in the culinary field.

Please note:  

The key dates are to be used as a guide only. Should the right candidate be found, this vacancy may close early.

Where you’ll work

The Compasses, 44 High Street, Greenfield

Bedford

MK45 5DD

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

MILTON KEYNES 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

    • Commis Chef Level 2 apprenticeship standard
    • Training with Milton Keynes College
    • Ongoing training, support and development with the employer

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • English and Maths (grade 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

    • Creative
    • Initiative
    • Team working

    About this company

    The Compasses is a beautiful country pub located in the small picturesque village of Greenfield with a newly refurbished bar and restaurant and a fantastic garden. We will be operating as a gastro style pub-restaurant offering a great selection of locally sourced food and drink. Our ethos is simple, we want all of our guests to feel welcome and enjoy our beautiful pub in a in relaxed atmosphere.

    After this apprenticeship

    • A permanent position may be on offer upon successful completion of the apprenticeship which can lead to other chef roles within the company

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000278307.

    Apply now

    Closes in 12 days (Friday 11 October)

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