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Commis Chef Apprentice

The Stafford Arms

Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice to join our team. Full training will be given by our Head Chef in this full-time position. All aspects of cheffing will be taught with a view to progression within the team.

Annual wage £11,778 a year

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As skill level increases, the rate of pay will be reviewed.

Training course Commis chef

Hours Minimum 30 hours per week on a rota basis, working time will include time spent at college/off-the-job training.

30 hours a week

Duration

18 Months

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

An average day will involve food preparation and food service. It will also involve checking deliveries, following recipes and adhering to health and safety of food.

Duties and training to include;

Food hygiene
Knife skills
Food preparation
Food service
Stock rotation
Working in a team

Where you’ll work

THE GREEN, BAGNALL, STOKE ON TRENT, ST9 9JR

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.

Your training course

Commis chef

Your training plan

Apprentices attend the Buxton Campus (transport is available) weekly. They will also be regularly visited in the workplace by their college instructor-mentor who will guide them through their apprenticeship.

Requirements

Desired qualifications

GCSE English (Grade 4 or above) desirable
GCSE Maths (Grade 4 or above) desirable

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

Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Reliable
An interest in the industry
Ability to learn from peers
A desire to learn

Other requirements

The venue is not on a public transport route and is not easily accessible on foot. It will be necessary to have your own transport. Please consider this when applying.

About this company

The Stafford Arms is a 16th Century Country Pub, specialising in Homemade Traditional English Dishes.

www.staffordarms.com (opens in new tab)

Company Benefits

Uniform can be provided, fair share of tips, discount when dining, bonus scheme at Christmas, free parking and pension scheme.

After this apprenticeship

We anticipate this will be a permanent position with the opportunity to progress within the team on completion of the apprenticeship.

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.

Working hours will include some weekend and evening work. Typical shifts are 9am-5pm, 2pm-10pm. Flexibility is required during busy periods.

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.

Summary

We are looking for an eager apprentice to join our kitchen team. We are a family-run hotel and restaurant located close to Ashbourne in Derbyshire. We will help you learn your craft in your chosen career path and to enjoy and be passionate about the dishes you serve to our guests. You’ll thrive off the hustle and bustle of a fast-paced kitchen being part of our friendly welcoming team with the positive feedback from guests making it all worthwhile.

Annual salary £11,778 – £19,047 depending on age

Training course; Commis Chef

Hours; 30 hours per week minimum (up to 40 hours) on a rota basis, shifts will be between 7am and 10.30pm and will include some evening and weekend work. Your working hours will include off-the-job hours such as attending college.

Work

You will learn all aspects of food preparation and service to the required standard with guidance from senior kitchen members. You will get the chance to assist in all areas of preparation from basic vegetable preparation to baking to assisting with making our homemade dishes and helping to create new specials.

When necessary and able, to run a designated section in the kitchen in service.

Work closely with all other kitchen team members and be part of the team.

Maintain a clean, tidy and organised working environment, following training documents and reference materials as appropriate. Assist in the end-of-shift cleaning as well as in the pot washing area and other deep cleaning duties as and when required.

Be aware and follow food storage procedures including Food safety checks and due diligence, delivery intake and stock rotation as well as date labelling.

What you’ll do at work

Duties will include

- Kitchen preparation
- Assisting the team in day-to-day operations and service
- Input in to developing specials
- Assist in all aspects of cleaning/pot washing
- Put deliveries away and stock rotation
- Follow food storage procedures, including Food safety checks and due diligence

Where you’ll work

The Dog and Partridge Country Inn, Swinscoe, Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 2HS

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

Commis Chef 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) desirable
GCSE Maths (Grade 4 or above) desireable

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Reliable
Problem solving
Logical
Team Working
Creative
Initiaitve
An interest in the industry
Ability to learn from peers
A desire to learn

Other requirements

As we are located in Swinscoe Ashbourne, you will need to consider how you will get to work as although we do have some bus services they are not particularly frequent and don’t always match up with shift start/finish times.

About this company

We are a family-run Country inn and restaurant with rooms in the small village of Swinscoe, just 3 miles from the market town of Ashbourne and 11 miles from Leek town centre. Situated at the edge of the beautiful Staffordshire/Derbyshire Border with fantastic views over the open countryside.
We have 30 rooms in the grounds of the inn with a fantastic garden and play area as well as a sun terrace. We are open for breakfast, lunch, Afternoon tea and dinner but also offer our fabulous Sunday Lunch.

After this apprenticeship

The apprenticeship has excellent potential to become a permanent position alongside promotion and/or further training.

The Team at Peak Edge Hotel, which is nestled on the edge of Derbyshire’s Peak District National Park, are seeking an eager apprentice to join them at the luxury boutique hotel. Learning all aspects of food preparation you will become a valued member of the kitchen team.

Annual wage £9,984 a year

Working hours will be on a rota basis with shifts including regular evenings and weekends. Shifts will alter to fit business needs but rotas are given in good time. Tuesdays will be spent in college.

30 hours a week hours a week

Duration

18 Month

What you’ll do at work

To learn all aspects of food preparation and service to the required standard with guidance from senior kitchen members.
When necessary, to run a designated section in the kitchen to set standards, following recipe sheets, dish specification sheets and fridge plans.
Work closely with all other kitchen team members, guided by middle management i.e. senior chef de partie/chef de partie.
Be responsible directly to the kitchen management team i.e. head chef sous chef, junior sous, senior chef de partie.
Maintain a clean, tidy and organised working environment, following training documents and reference materials as appropriate.
Be aware and follow food storage procedures.
Communicate with sous chef and head chef in personal development training, appraisals and longer-term objectives.

Where you’ll work

Darley Road

Chesterfield

Derbyshire

S45 0LW

Check your travel to work

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.

Your training course

Commis chef

Your training plan

Apprentices will attend on-campus lessons each week, college transport is available.

Apprentices will also be visited in the workplace be their college instructor-mentor who will complete observations, and professional discussions and guide the apprentice throughout their course.

Requirements

Desired qualifications

GCSE English (Grade 4/C or above) desirable
GCSE Maths (Grade 4/C or above) desirable

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
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Reliable
An interest in the industry
Ability to learn from peers
A desire to learn

Other requirements

Please consider how you will get to work each day. There are some buses in the area, but not many. Please consider that this role will involve working regular evenings and weekends working.

About this company

Peak Edge Hotel is a privately owned, luxury boutique hotel nestled on the edge of Derbyshire’s Peak District National Park. Surrounded by beautiful countryside with farm-to-fork ethos, the hotel is accessible and only a 10-minute drive from Chesterfield town centre and our sister venue, Casa Hotel. The Red Lion Restaurant at Peak Edge Hotel is the recent winner of ‘Derbyshire’s Pub of the Year’ in the National Pub & Bar Awards, ‘Derbyshire and Peak District Taste of Derbyshire award for the ‘Best Restaurant’ and also a finalist in the National Publican Awards for ‘Best Premium food offer’. The hotel has recently undergone beautiful renovations to our restaurant and extensions to our banqueting rooms and we continue to invest to make sure this stunning hotel provides a laid-back, home-from-home for all our guests and visitors.

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

Company Benefits

Company pension Employee discount across both Hotels on food, beverage and hotel stays Free on-site parking Referral programme Meals provided on duty

Disability Confident

After this apprenticeship

Potential of permanent position dependent on business at that time and the individual’s success in their role during their apprenticeship.

Commis Chef Apprentice

Commis Chef required for busy country Pub/Restaurant in Congleton to work alongside our friendly and busy team and build their skills.

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage

£11,648 to £20,820.80 a year

You will receive a share of tips in addition to your pay, staff discount available, free meal provided if your shift is 8+ hours and some uniform will be provided.

Working week

You will work 35 hours per week on a rota basis, shifts will include some evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Your working time will include college hours.

Total hours per week: 35 hours a week

Expected duration

18 Months

What will the apprentice be doing?

The successful applicant will undertake duties such as:

Veg prep
Pot washing
Desert prep and creation
Assisting and working alongside current kitchen team and head chef
Food safety checks and due diligence.
Delivery intake and stock rotation
Date labelling
Creation of dishes for specials menu
Support with costings etc.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

The apprentice will study towards their Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Functional Skills in English and maths if required.

The apprentice will attend college on a weekly basis in the Buxton Campus, college transport is available including a free shuttle bus between Buxton & Leek Campuses.

Alongside college attendance, the apprentice will be visited in the workplace by their assigned college Instructor-Mentor and receive training in the workplace from the Head Chef and wider experienced team.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

We envisage this as a permanent position provided there is satisfactory progress through the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Reliable
An interest in the industry
Ability to learn from peers
A desire to learn

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) desirable
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) desirable

Things to consider

Please consider how you will get to work each day. Your working hours will include some evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

About the employer

Successful country pub and restaurant on the outskirts of Congleton.

Employer

CASTLE INN CONGLETON LIMITED

https://www.thecastle-inn.co.uk/

Address

CASTLE INN ROAD
CONGLETON
CW12 3LP

Contact

Apprenticeships Team

feapprenticeships@blc.ac.uk

08000740099

Commis Chef Apprentice

As an apprentice Chef at Hotel Rudyard, we will help you master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors You’ll thrive off the hustle and bustle of a fast-paced kitchen, with the support of a close-knit team, because it’s the people that make it all worthwhile.

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage

£8,236.80 to £16,255.20 a year

We provide some uniform, paid holidays and a fair share of tips.

Working week

30 – 40 hours per week on a rota basis, shifts will be between 7.30am and 9pm and will include some evening and weekend work. Your working hours will include off-the-job hours such as attending college.

Total hours per week: 30 hours a week

Apprenticeship level

Intermediate
Level 2

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties will include;

kitchen prep
assisting head chef in day to day operations
assisting head chef in menu development
following our guidelines to maintain our 5 star hygiene rating, cleaning, organising, etc

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Commis Chef Apprenticeship level 2

You will attend the Buxton Campus, college transport available, each week to spend time with other apprentices in the kitchens and classrooms. Alongside college attendance, you will be visited in the workplace by your college instructor-mentor to complete progress reviews.

There may be an opportunity to complete Maths or English qualifications as part of this apprenticeship, please contact the college to discuss further.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

The apprenticeship has excellent potential to become a permanent position alongside promotion and/or further training.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Reliable
An interest in the industry
Ability to learn from peers
A desire to learn

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) desirable
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) desirable

Things to consider

We are located just outside of Leek and public transport is not very good in the area. Please carefully consider how you will get to work each day including the walking/cycle track accessed from the west end of Leek and the Moorlands Connect bookable bus service.

About the employer

Hotel Rudyard is a family-run business in the picturesque village of Rudyard, just 2 miles from the Leek town centre. Situated at the edge of the beautiful Rudyard Lake, amongst the breathtaking Staffordshire countryside, we have 13 stunning bedrooms and 2 cottages on-site to offer, we host breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday dinner, weddings, conferences, parties etc. See our website or our Facebook page for more information.

Employer

Hotel Rudyard

Home

Address

HOTEL RUDYARD
LAKE ROAD
RUDYARD
STAFFORDSHIRE
ST13 8RN

Commis Chef Apprentice

We are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice who would like to learn the knowledge, skills and behaviors required to become a qualified Commis Chef. You will get involved with all aspects of running a busy kitchen such as stock management, pre-service prep, clean down, cooking to order, creating specials and using fresh ingredients.

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage

£9,609.60 to £18,964.40

You will be paid at least the minimum for your age. You will be provided with a uniform, 20% staff discount on food and drink and a fair share of tips in addition to wages.

Working week

4 days in work, 3 days off on a rota basis. Minimum 35 hours per week, your working hours to include off-the-job training such as attending college. Our opening hours are Tuesday to Sunday 12 noon, last food orders 8.30pm.

Total hours per week: 35 hours a week

Expected duration

15 Months

Positions

2 positions available

What will the apprentice be doing?

These are example duties and not a full list, full training is provided and your duties will expand as your skills develop.

Planning and preparation – chefs will be expected to plan the day ahead including summarising from previous days; what worked and what didn’t and adjusting accordingly. We have daily specials to put together based on dates of food and quantities to be used by to minimise waste.
Section/Station running and assisting – each station will be manned by the chefs, and each will rotate to ensure we keep knowledge and skills current and to ensure confidence grows within the team. The stations include sweets, starters, grill and pass.
Cleaning down – We pride ourselves on setting high standards of cleanliness. The kitchen does not finish until all areas have been cleaned, all food labeled, all waste disposed of, preparation for the following day is complete and paperwork is filled out as required.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Commis Chef level 2 Apprenticeship

You will attend college weekly at the Buxton Campus, college transport is available including a free shuttle bus from the Leek Campus.

You will also learn skills around health and safety laws, allergy awareness and food safety. In addition to college training, you will have lots of one-to-one training in the workplace from chefs and receive coaching and mentoring from the proprietor, Simon, who has a wealth of knowledge about running a successful business.

You will also be visited in the workplace by a college instructor-mentor who will discuss your progress and ensure you’re on track.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

We expect the apprentice will stay with us on a permanent basis.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
An interest in the industry
Ability to learn from peers
A desire to learn

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) desirable
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) desirable

Things to consider

Please consider how you will get to work each day.

About the employer

My fiancé and I decided we wanted to open the pub/restaurant back in December 2022. Becky had previously managed in the industry for 2 years whilst I had spent several years as a leadership development coach and consultant. We both have a passion for people and great food, so concluded that opening a pub/restaurant would be the ideal fit to satisfy our needs and goals. We are keen on providing an environment that serves good food, good drink, and with good company. The menu that the chefs have produced reflects our flexibility and respect for all our customers. We are keen to serve traditional classics whilst providing our chefs the opportunity to use their creative skills when producing daily specials for all. We want to ensure that we understand our customers and can demonstrate our loyalty as we evolve, “We have listened to feedback and feel like we have a good understanding of what is important to customers.” Loyalty, integrity, and respect for others are values we both feel will underpin our success with both staff and customers. Our restaurant has a welcoming feel to it, as well as a few exciting new additions to the bar and restaurant areas, we still have our oak beams, stone walls, and a traditional oak floor really sets the tone for what we want to look like and how we want our customers to feel.

Employer

THE REFORM INN LIMITED

www.thereforminn.co.uk

Address

THORNCLIFFE, LEEK, ST13 7LP

Apprenticeship standard

Commis chef
Level 2

Employer:

Based just outside of Leek in the Staffordshire Peak District, with a reputation for being one of Staffordshire’s premier venues comprising of a Country Inn, Weddings Venue, Function & conference Suite, 26 boutique style bedrooms and now one of the UKs leading unique spa destinations.

The Country Inn has Been awarded “The Best Casual Dining Restaurant,” for 3 years running in 2017 – 2019 at the Staffordshire Good Food & Tourism Awards. Also awarded, 1 AA Rosettes for its Culinary excellence.

Address: Blackshaw Moor, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8TW.

Vacancy Description:

As an apprentice chef, you will be taught by some of the best chefs in the area, working as part of a small team of chef’s producing & serving quality fresh food for our busy and popular Country Inn awarded for Culinary excellence. You can expect fresh, seasonal ingredients with modern British Cuisines from our famous Signature Dishes to traditional favourites. You would be also expected to work in our second kitchen that produces fresh food for a busy high quality Carvery as well as producing food for banquettes and buffets for up to 180 covers most weekends and over an average of 100 weddings a year.

• Train to be a chef and earn money at the same time!
• £2000 Bonus on completion of course.
• Hourly pay £5.25 – £9.41 per hour in year one, with increase for year 2.
• 4 days one on one training by our award winning chefs & one day at Buxton college.
• 2 year course NVQ level 2.
• Family run business for 40 years, with low staff turnover!
• Closed Christmas Day; so time for you to enjoy with your family & friends!
• Award winning Country Inn.
• Staff perks including free spa use & other great discounts.
• Company Pension.

Skills Required:

You’ll have a passion for food, hospitality and delivering high standards.
A real team player and people person, with the drive to work hard and learn new skills.

Personal Qualities:

A real team player and people person, with the drive to work hard and learn new skills.

Salary:

Hourly pay: £5.25 – £9.41 per hour in year one, with increase for year two.

Any Benefits: £2000 Bonus on completion of course.

Working Week:

4 days (including weekends).
One on one training by our award winning chefs & one day at Buxton college.
Minimum 30 hours.

Is there potential for future employment?

Potential for full time contract on completion of course with promotion.

Qualifications Required:

A good standard of Maths and English (4/C or Equivalent).

Training to be Provided:

Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Things to Consider:

Own transport is required due to our location and poor public transport.
You will be expected to work evenings and weekends.

Employer:

Based just outside of Leek in the Staffordshire Peak District, with a reputation for being one of Staffordshire’s premier venues comprising of a Country Inn awarded 1 AA Rosettes for culinary excellence, Wedding Venue, Function & conference Suite, 26 boutique style bedrooms and now one of the UKs leading unique spa destinations.

Address: Blackshaw Moor, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8TW.

Vacancy Description:

An Apprenticeship in Food and Beverage Hospitality is responsible for welcoming guests and working across several areas of Food and Beverage during your placement to deliver an excellent Guest experience while managing guest queries.

What will you be doing?

As an Apprenticeship Food and Beverage, you are responsible for welcoming guests and working across several areas of Food and Beverage your placement to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. An Apprenticeship Food and Beverage will also be required to manage guest queries.

Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

Able to work in all areas of Food and Beverage including Bar, Restaurant, Events & weddings and spa.
Welcome guests in a polite and friendly manner
Take and deliver customer orders, consistently demonstrating high levels of customer service
Prepare set ups for tables
Follow cash handling procedures
Manage guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
Up-sell with latest departmental incentives
Ensure compliance of brand standards
Strive to achieve departmental targets
Ensure cleanliness of work areas
Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation
Comply with local licensing laws
Be environmentally aware
Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships.

If you want to work in a fast moving, ever changing and dynamic environment then look no further. In return we offer competitive rates of pay, excellent training with the opportunity to progress within a growing company and staff discounts when eating in our pub, Free Spa use to full time staff.

Skills Required:

An Apprenticeship Food and Beverage is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

Positive attitude.
Good communication skills.
Commitment to delivering high levels of customer service.
Excellent grooming standards.
Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations.
Ability to work on your own or in teams.

Salary:

£5.25 per hour plus a £1000 bonus when the course is passed.

Working Week:

Minimum of 30 hours per week as per rota that includes 6 hours college or training on a Monday.
A breakfast shift would start at 7am or if on a function your shift could end at 1am.

Is there potential for future employment?

Yes. After you have passed the course, you may be offered a promotion to the position of supervisor. Currently £9.91 per hour.

Qualifications Required:

A good standard of Maths and English (4/C or Equivalent).

Training to be Provided:

Hospitality Apprenticeship Level 2.

Things to Consider:

Due to the rural location do you have your own form of transport to commute? Or can you easily get lifts from friends or family? There are no buses at night.
You will be expected to work evenings and weekends.