Apprentice Commis Chef
Country City Catering
1 Teulon House,, GU23 6AY
Closes on Tuesday 21 January
Posted on 24 October 2024
Contents
Summary
To assist and learn from the chefs to prepare the food as per the menu, maintaining the quality with minimal wastage. Using a clean as you work philosophy, so the kitchen is compliant with Health and Safety regulations.
- Annual wage
- £18,720 a year
- Training course
- Production chef (level 2)
- Hours
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40 Hours per week over 5 days including 2 weekends per month. On a shift basis 7.00am - 7.00pm. Exact shifts to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Tuesday 28 January
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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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
Ferma Bistro is a cosy, unique bistro set in the heart of Ripley, serving contemporary British small sharing plates using all local and sustainably sourced produce from our farm shop right next door.
Ferma are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Commis Chef to join the team.
Some experience as a Kitchen Porter or equivalent would be an advantage, but no previous experience is required. However, the suitable candidate must be passionate about food and eager to begin a career in the hospitality and catering industry.
As an Apprentice Commis Chef you will be:
- Assisting in the food preparation process
- Cooking and preparing elements of high quality dishes
- Preparing vegetables, meats and fish
- Assisting other Chefs
- Helping with deliveries and restocking
- Assisting with stock rotation Cleaning stations
- Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards
Benefits:
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification that will look great on your CV!
- 30% discount across high street retail stores as part of the apprenticeship
- Share of service charge
- 20% discount in the farm shop and an opportunity to receive food at the end of the day that would otherwise not be used
At Ferma Farm Shop & Bistro, you will be working towards your Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship Qualification over the course of 12-18 months. You will be fully supported by both your Manager and Learning Coach, and be given all the help and guidance you need to begin building a rewarding career for yourself in the hospitality and catering industry.
What your apprenticeship includes:
- A blend of virtual and in person meetings with your Learning Coach every 4-6 weeks
- A hands on, practical approach to learning to ensure you are able to achieve your goals
- On the job and off the job training
- Functional skills in Maths and English (if you haven't already achieved your GCSEs)
We are excited to see what you can bring to the team, and look forward to supporting you in the start of a rewarding career!
Where you’ll work
1 Teulon House,
GU23 6AY
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
LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED
Your training course
Production chef (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
- Check, prepare, assemble, cook, regenerate, hold and present food meeting the needs of the customers and maintaining organisational standards and procedures.
- Use kitchen tools and equipment correctly to produce consistently high quality dishes according to specifications.
- Take responsibility for the cleanliness, organisation and smooth running of the work area.
- Produce dishes to suit individuals’ specific dietary, religious and allergenic needs as required.
- Operate within all regulations, legislation and procedural requirements.
- Complete and maintain documentation to meet current legislative guidelines.
- Use effective methods of communication with all colleagues, managers and customers to promote a positive image of yourself and the organisation.
- Work in a fair and empathetic manner to support team members while offering a quality provision.
- Work to ensure customer expectations are met.
- Work collaboratively to uphold the vision, values and objectives of the organisation.
- Use technology appropriately.
- Maintain quality and consistency in food production by using resources in line with organisations’ financial constraints, style, specifications and ethos.
- Identify own learning style, personal development needs and opportunities and take action to meet those needs.
- Use feedback positively to improve performance.
Your training plan
Production Chef Apprenticeship L2 including Functional Skills in Maths and English.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
Other in:
- None required (grade None required)
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
- Team Working
- Organisation Skills
About this company
Ferma Farm Shop & Bistro is a place where great food naturally brings people together. We're blessed to be in a part of the world surrounded by fabulous farms and artisan suppliers, creating wonderful produce. At Ferma we've carefully selected a wide variety of quality ingredients including fresh fruit and vegetables, cheese, condiments, meat and charcuterie, amongst others, to create amazing dishes, freshly prepared by our chefs every day in our kitchen using seasonal ingredients.
After this apprenticeship
Prospect of full time employment as Chef de Partie.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000284053.
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Closes on Tuesday 21 January
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