Commis chef apprenticeship

Summary

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, self motivated person with a positive attitude to work in a busy fast paced environment. To assist across all kitchen processes at Everton Football Club’s Finch Farm training ground. The role will involve supporting the kitchen team with the preparation of high quality and nutritious food.

Annual wage: £12,979.20 to £23,200.32 a year
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Training course: Commis chef (level 2)
Hours: Monday - Sunday- Shift work Shifts to be confirmed There may be a requirement to work on bank holidays, including Christmas Day and New Year should the kitchen function be utilised on these days.
39 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 3 February
Duration: 1 year 1 month
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

To assist with the preparation, cooking and presentation of fresh food and dishes
Operate within the kitchen rota, providing cover at evenings and weekends as required
Ensuring the highest nutritional standards are achieved and maintained, whilst following all guidelines in place across the operation
Assist in the menu planning process, when required, through suggestions and ideas for consideration
Provide for special dietary requirements where necessary
Assist the Executive Head Chef to maintain accurate records of food supplies, and freezer/fridge temperatures when required
To ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and maintenance are achieved in the kitchen areas
To be fully conversant with the procedures for Fire, Security, Health and Safety and Food Safety, including HACCP
There may be a requirement to work on bank holidays, including Christmas Day and New Year should the kitchen function be utilised on these days
Take responsibility for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role
Encourage and promote the values of Everton Football Club and to comply with the required standards of conduct and so promote the Club within the community by acting with integrity and honesty
Take individual and collective responsibility for equity, diversity and inclusion; ensuring appropriate considerations are given to all impacted groups when carrying out your work for the Club
Ensure that all work is completed in a priority basis, and work meets a high degree of professionalism, quality and craftsmanship
Attend staff meetings as required
Attend training courses and external seminars and meetings as appropriate/required
Stay apprised of current trends and best practice in your field of specialism
Continually look for ways to develop and improve the service provision of the department

Where you’ll work

Finch Farm

Finch Lane, Halewood

Liverpool

L26 3UE

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

THE CITY OF LIVERPOOL 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
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

Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship Standard:

On and off the job training
Day release at College or Training Centre
Functional Skills in English and maths if required

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent 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
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

About this company

The Everton training ground is Finch Farm and is located in Halewood, Liverpool, England. It has been the club‘s training facility since 2007. The complex includes multiple grass pitches, an indoor training facility with a full-size artificial pitch, medical facilities, and a cafeteria.

After this apprenticeship

You may be progress to Level 3 Chef de Partie

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