Chef Apprentice

The Madeley Centre

Crewe, CW3 9DN

Closes in 16 days (Sunday 27 October at 11:59pm)

Posted on 9 October 2024

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Summary

We are looking for a committed and highly motivated individual to train as a chef to complement our team at The Madeley Centre. The successful candidate will train, learn and expand their skillset and kitchen knowledge, working with the head chef in preparing, creating and cooking for the menu and specials boards.

Annual wage
£13,852.80 a year

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Training course
Production chef (level 2)
Hours
5 days, 37 hours Monday to Sunday on a rota basis. Your working hours will normally be between 8:30am and 4:00pm. Minimal evening work and only required when we cater for special events e.g. weddings.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 4 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

  • The successfil candidate will train, learn and expand their skillset and kitchen knowledge, working with the head chef in preparing, creating and cooking for the menu and specials boards
  • Observe and follow hygiene regulations on food storage and temperature control in all areas of the kitchen and when receiving deliveries
  • Adherence to Health & Safety policies and procedures
  • Ensure that items are dated rotating all food stock items
  • To work quickly and calmly whilst promoting good working relations within the kitchen and front of house
  • Any additional duties you may from time to time be required to undertake to meet the demands of the business

Where you’ll work

New Road

Madeley

Crewe

CW3 9DN

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

NEWCASTLE AND STAFFORD COLLEGES GROUP

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

    • All training and assessment will occur in the workplace. A representative from Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group will undertake your assessments. College attendance will only be necessary if Functional Skills in Maths and/or English are to be completed.

    Requirements

    Desirable qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • English (grade 4)
    • Maths (grade 4)

    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
    • IT skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Organisation skills
    • Customer care skills
    • Team working
    • Initiative

    Other requirements

    Interviews will be on-going and the vacancy will be withdrawn early if a suitable candidate is appointed. Please therefore complete your application as soon as possible.

    About this company

    The Madeley Centre is a charitable organisation managing a multi-use community centre providing local people of all ages with discounted, high quality, accessible and appropriate opportunities for leisure, learning and community activity, and generally improving rural life for everyone in the locality. The Madeley Centre has been up and running since July 2011 and run by the current board of trustees since April 2023.

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

    After this apprenticeship

    Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to apply for any appropriate vacancy available at that time. It is our firm commitment to offer a permanent position wherever possible upon completion.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    NEWCASTLE AND STAFFORD COLLEGES GROUP

    The Apprenticeship Hub

    apprenticeships@nscg.ac.uk

    01782 254287

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000281351.

    Apply now

    Closes in 16 days (Sunday 27 October at 11:59pm)

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