Culinary Apprentice

Summary

Do you love cooking and are you looking to improve your skills? This is an exciting opportunity to gain a level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship with Inspiro Learning whilst working for Marriott Hotels. Apply Today!

Wage

£25,396.80 a year

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Pay - Annual Performance Related Pay Review

Training course

Commis chef (level 2)

Hours

Days and shifts to be confirmed.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 17 March

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

Cooking breakfast, lunches and dinners
Themed conference breaks, to the finest banqueting dinner
Adhering to all health and safety

Where you’ll work

London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square

W1K 6JP

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

INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED

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
Functional Skills if required
Support from your Inspiro coach and hotel mentor

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 3-7)
Maths (grade 3-7)

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
Presentation skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

Due to the nature of the business you will be required to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays and will be often be on your feet for the entirety of the shift.

About this company

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

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

After this apprenticeship

Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers
JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and, most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being and work towards gaining the culinary apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED

Louise Abram

louise.abram@inspirolearning.co.uk

0116 5040377

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000303514.

Apply now

Closes in 10 days (Wednesday 5 March)

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Company’s application instructions

Once applied your details will go through an initial screening process to ascertain suitability. If suitable you will be called by an Apprenticeship Recruitment Advisor to discuss the vacancy further and to check your eligibility for an apprenticeship. Following on from that, your application will be discussed with the hiring manager with a view to arranging an interview and work trial.

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