Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice wanting to gain industry experience and develop technical cooking skills in an exciting, fast-paced and hands-on kitchen. There will be the opportunity to contribute to high-quality food production in a values-led team environment.
Annual salary £11,778 – £15,704 (depending on total hours worked)
30 – 40 hours per week on a rota basis, working time will include time for off-site/college training.
- Uniform provided
- Staff meals during shift
- Fair share of tips
- Discounted meals when off-shift
- Opportunities for pay increases based on performance
- Supportive team culture
- Career development opportunities
Work
Your work will include all aspects of working in a busy kitchen including;
- Assist with daily food preparation
- Cooking across various stations
- Support with portion control, food storage and kitchen hygiene procedures
- Learn and follow recipes
- Stock rotation
- Allergen control systems
Where you’ll work
The Cow Shed Cafe, Beltonville Farm, Millers Dale, Buxton, SK17 8SS
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
Your training course
Food Production Apprenticeship
Your training plan
You will attend the Buxton Campus (college transport is available), spending time in the college training kitchens.
You will also be regularly visited in the workplace by a college instructor-mentor. They will complete observations, have professional discussions, and mentor you throughout your apprenticeship.
More training information
You will receive extensive training and mentoring in the workplace, supported by a training plan that will complement your college training.
Requirements
desireable qualifications
- GCSE English (Grade 4 or above) or equivalent
- GCSE Maths (Grade 4 or above) or equivalent
- Food related subject an advantage but not essential
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisational skills
- Reliable
- Customer care
- Problem solving
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Inititive
- An interest in the industry
- Abiltiy to learn from peers
- A desire to learn
Other requirements
- Please carefully consider how you will get to work each day especially given the start/finish times.
- You should have a genuine interest in the food & hospitality industry.
- Work will include lots of standing and some heavy lifting.
- Dress code; clean uniform/college kitchen whites & non-slip shoes.
- You will be working some evenings and weekends on a rota basis.
About this company
We are a vibrant and growing food business, passionate about high quality, handmade dishes using fresh, local ingredients. Our team is small, friendly and hardworking. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where staff feel valued and supported in their growth.
www.beltonville.co.uk
After this apprenticeship
There is excellent potential for a permanent position within the team and successfully completing your apprenticeship. There is also potential for further training and/or progression to higher level depending on performance and business needs.
