Apprentice Commis Chef

Summary

We are looking for a passionate & dedicated Apprentice Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team! You’ll work closely with our experienced chefs, honing your culinary skills while assisting in food preparation, cooking & plating. This role is perfect for someone eager to learn, grow & take the first step toward a rewarding career in the culinary arts.

Annual wage

£17,680 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Wage Range: £8.50 to £11.50 dependant on age and apprentice level.

Training course

Commis chef (level 2)

Hours

Number of Hours: up to 40 hours including weekends/shifts Lunch 10:00am to 3pm and Dinner 5:30pm to 10pm Wednesday to Saturday Lunch 12 to 3pm Dinner 5.30pm to 9pm, Sunday Lunch 12 to 4pm soon to be 7 days /week.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Tuesday 26 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

• Assisting in the basic preparation of ingredients (chopping, peeling, washing vegetables etc.) under the guidance of senior chefs.

• Supporting chefs in cooking, preparing sauces, garnishes & assembling dishes.

• Keeping the kitchen area clean & sanitized, following hygiene & food safety standards.

• Properly storing & labelling food items in refrigerators, freezers & storage areas.

• Continuously learning new techniques from senior chefs to develop cooking skills.

• Assisting with inventory management, checking supplies, and reporting

• Practicing knife techniques to improve speed & accuracy.

• Minimizing food wastage by careful portioning & using leftovers creatively.

• Preparing workstations for the shift by arranging necessary tools, ingredients & equipment.

• Helping with plating & garnishing dishes before they are served to customers.

Where you’ll work

CHURCH ROAD

MORTIMER WEST END

READING

RG7 2HU

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

ACTIVATE LEARNING

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

Day release at Reading College

Requirements

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
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Number skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

Ideally own transport required. We are located in the village of Mortimer West End, which is about a 20 minute’s walk from the train station of Mortimer. There is no public transport to Mortimer West End. We have a staff resting room, should this be required during the day, and we can arrange transportation to the station in the evening after your shift, if required.

About this company

We are established pub/restauranteurs, having worked in the hospitality industry for over 30 years. We have recently acquired the Red Lion Mortimer, on the Berkshire Hampshire boarder, via Hall & Woodhouse. Our vision is to operate a quintessential country pub, serving fresh produce, including game, as shot by our own gamekeepers, fish and British pub classics, which we produce onsite. This charming pub offers a warm welcome and a traditional ambience and is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious home cooked meal or a relaxing drink.

http://WWW.REDLIONMORTIMER.UK (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

There is the possibility of a full-time position for the right candidate at the end of their apprenticeship.

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