Apprentice Chef NVQ level 2

Summary

Learn the skills you need to work in our highly acclaimed 2 star rated AA restaurant, we are offering a unique experience for someone who is passionate about cooking fresh produce to a very high standard. The successful applicant will be working towards developing skills to run a section whilst maintaining high levels of food and hygiene.

Wage: £11,778 to £19,047.60 a year
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Training course: Commis chef (level 2)
Hours: You will be required to work Thursday to Sunday. Weekends and evenings are essential. Shifts to be confirmed.
30 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 5 May
Duration: 1 year
Positions available: 2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Prepare and cook ingredients to a high standard
Maintain high levels of service by being efficient and thorough

Ensure high levels of health and hygiene including:

Keeping work areas clean and tidy
Avoiding cross contamination
Minimum wastage

To follow all policies and procedures are followed as required by the head chef

Where you’ll work

SEA ROAD
WESTGATE ON SEA
CT8 8QA

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

HIT TRAINING LTD

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

You will be working towards a level 2 NVQ as a Commis chef
As a part of your training, you will attend cooking academies and meet with your assessor on site to further your learning
At the end of your training, you will be assessed through an end point assessment

More training information

We work with HIT training who will support your learning every step of the way

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
Presentation skills
Team working
Initiative
Physical fitness

Other requirements

This position does include weekend and evening work in a fast paced pressured environment. We are very busy in the summer so additional work might be required in the busy months

About this company

Finbars is a successful restaurant awarded 2 star AA rosette. We are a family-run business and have a great reputation as employers in Westgate. We treat our staff fairly and are of the opinion that if we treat our employees with respect, we get the most from them.

http://www.finbarswestgate.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

It is hoped that you will progress within the company and further training is an option with us

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

FINBARS OF WESTBAY LTD

Kate Witherden

katewitherden@hotmail.com

07809568362

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000310145.

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Closes on Thursday 1 May 2025

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