Chef Apprentice
BIRD IN THE BARLEY LTD
LINCOLNSHIRE (DN17 3SQ)
Closes today at 11:59pm
Posted on 3 April 2025
Contents
Summary
Join The Bird in the Barley as a Chef Apprentice! Gain hands-on experience in a busy kitchen, learning to prepare high-quality, homemade dishes. Develop essential cooking techniques, teamwork, and time management skills while working in a welcoming environment. Ideal for those passionate about food and eager to start a culinary career.
- Wage
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£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Commis chef (level 2)
- Hours
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Shift pattern tbc. Operating hours Tuesday-Saturday 11am-11pm, Sunday 11.30am-3.30pm.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 5 May 2025
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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1
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
- Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-quality homemade dishes, ensuring consistency and taste
- Learn and follow all kitchen procedures, including food hygiene, allergen awareness, and health & safety regulations
- Support with stock management, including monitoring supplies, proper storage, and reducing food waste
- Maintain a clean and organised kitchen, following cleaning schedules and hygiene standards
- Work as part of a dynamic team to ensure smooth service during busy meal periods
- Follow portion control and plating guidelines to maintain food quality and cost efficiency
- Develop time management skills to prepare dishes efficiently while meeting customer expectations
- Assist with kitchen prep work, such as chopping vegetables, making sauces, and preparing ingredients for service
- Learn to use kitchen equipment safely and effectively under the guidance of experienced chefs
- Take part in menu planning discussions and contribute ideas for new dishes
- Engage in on-the-job training and learning to enhance culinary skills and progress in the role
Where you’ll work
NORTHFIELD ROAD
MESSINGHAM
SCUNTHORPE
LINCOLNSHIRE
DN17 3SQ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
TEC PARTNERSHIP
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
- A bespoke programme of technical and vocational training
- Functional skills in Maths and English*if applicable
More training information
This Apprenticeship requires day release, so the successful candidate will need to attend weekly sessions at the Grimsby Institute for both theory and practical learning.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 1/E)
- Maths (grade 1/E)
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
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
Other requirements
Prior to applying please ensure you are able to get to and from this workplace within the operating hours Please be aware as the first part of the process you will be asked to complete a Learner Form and online assessments in English and Maths. You will receive one to one Information, Advice and Guidance with one of the Learner Engagement Team.
About this company
The Bird in the Barley is a well-established, family-run dining pub, proudly serving traditional homemade food in a warm and welcoming environment for over 20 years. Located in a friendly and relaxed setting, we cater to a diverse range of customers, from groups celebrating special occasions to individuals enjoying a quiet meal. We are committed to providing high-quality food at great value, with a focus on excellent service and customer satisfaction. Our menu includes gluten-free and vegetarian options, ensuring there's something for everyone. At The Bird in the Barley, we prioritise quality, community, and the satisfaction of our customers.
After this apprenticeship
- Possible permanent contract upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship and further enhanced industry-based training.
- An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence.
- Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
TEC PARTNERSHIP
Helena Gollings
myapprenticeship@grimsby.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000313865.
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Closes today at 11:59pm
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