Apprentice Commis Chef

DUNSTON HALL LEISURE LIMITED

CHESTERFIELD, S41 9RL

Closes in 15 days (Sunday 10 November at 11:59pm)

Posted on 23 October 2024

Print

Contents

Summary

A fantastic opportunity has become available at The Bistro at Dunston Hall, Chesterfield. The apprentice will take part in duties such as; assisting senior chefs in preparing, cooking, and presenting food. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and develop new skills whilst gaining valuable experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Annual wage
£14,144 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Training course
Commis chef (level 2)
Hours
Normally 8am to 5pm with occasional events shifts which will be roughly 12pm to 9pm.

42 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 2 December

Duration

1 year

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

  • Assist senior chefs with food preparation, cooking, and plating
  • Ensure ingredients are properly prepped, washed, and ready for use
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area, following health and safety standards
  • Help with stock rotation, inventory checks, and ensuring ingredients are fresh
  • Follow recipes and assist in creating dishes according to menu standards
  • Clean kitchen equipment, utensils, and maintain hygiene standards at all times
  • Learn and develop new skills from senior chefs to grow within the team
  • Assist with daily kitchen operations and tasks as assigned

Where you’ll work

DUNSTON HALL

DUNSTON ROAD

CHESTERFIELD

S41 9RL

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

SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

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

    The Apprentice will work towards achieving the Commis chef Level 2. 

    The Apprentice will attend Sheffield College, City Campus 1 day per week. 

    Requirements

    Desirable qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • English (grade A*-C or 9-4)
    • Maths (grade A*-C or 9-4)

    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
    • Attention to detail
    • Organisation skills
    • Customer care skills
    • Team working
    • Creative
    • Patience

    About this company

    Dunston Hall Estate has been gracefully restored to create a beautiful, authentic space in which you can gather with the ones you cherish the most. Dunston Hall Estate in Derbyshire is a wedding and events venue catering for upto 120 people in pure luxury, offering truly bespoke events.

    Company benefits

    • Opportunity to learn from experienced chefs and grow your career • Employee meals and staff discounts • Opportunities for professional development and training • Potential for career advancement within the company

    After this apprenticeship

    Possibility of full time employment on successful completion of apprenticeship. 

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

    Alice Mee

    alice.mee@sheffcol.ac.uk

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000283624.

    Apply now

    Closes in 15 days (Sunday 10 November at 11:59pm)

    When you apply, you’ll be asked to sign in with a GOV.UK One Login. You can create one at the same time as applying for this apprenticeship.