Commis Chef Apprentice

Summary

An opportunity to learn to be a qualified, professional Chef at a luxury Boutique Hotel, Spa and Premier Event Venue in the Heart of Norfolk.

Annual wage

£13,312 to £23,795.20 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

£17,888.00 to £23,795.00 (dependant on age) Tips on top of salary

Training course

Commis chef (level 2)

Hours

The weekly rota will be prepared by the manager and will include weekends, evenings and Bank Holidays, dependant on the needs of the business. Shifts will be in a busy working kitchen of approx. 9 hour shifts. Shifts TBC.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Sunday 1 December

Duration

1 year 6 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

As an Apprentice Chef, you will assist the Chef and will train to skilfully produce a variety of good quality food dishes to a high standard of preparation, production and presentation.

Main duties will include:

· Preparing and cooking vegetables, salads, sweets, butchery, and sauces.

· Preparing starter and dessert plates.

· Assisting with preparation and using basic cooking skills and techniques to produce dishes.

· Using traditional cuts and preparation techniques for meat, poultry, fish and vegetables.

· Working as part of the kitchen team to ensure that the dishes produced are of a high quality and delivered on-time.

· Measuring dish ingredients and portion sizes in line with recipe specifications.

· Identifying principles of basic food preparation, allergens, diet and nutrition.

· Checking food stocks and ensuring food storage areas are in good order.

· Assisting with set up, preparation and cleaning tasks.

· Always maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment and completing kitchen documentation, as required.

· Following food safety legislation and procedures.

· Helping to review and refresh menus in line with business and customer requirements.

· Keeping up to date with business and industry trends.

· Assisting with all general kitchen duties.

Where you’ll work

The Norfolk Mead Hotel

Church Loke

Coltishall

Norfolk

NR12 7DN

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

CITY COLLEGE NORWICH

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

A mix of on the job and off the job training, both at work and on day release to City College Norwich, Ipswich Road Norwich NR2 2LJ

More training information

L2 Commis chef Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade Grade 2)
Maths (grade Grade 2)

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
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Team working
Initiative

Other requirements

Due to our location and the limited public transport your own mode of transport will be required e.g. car/moped etc.

About this company

A Luxury Boutique Hotel, Spa, and Premier Event Venue Boutique hotel features elegantly appointed rooms, contemporary venue spaces, and a range of indulgent spa treatments, including the UK's first beer spa, offering a unique and luxurious wellness experience.

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

After this apprenticeship

A position may be available for the right candidate following successful completion of the apprenticeship. The business is looking for somebody who wants to develop and gain a position following their apprenticeship.

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