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Apprentice Front of House Assistant WELLS CATHEDRAL ENTERPRISES LIMITED

Wells Cathedral has an opportunity for an enthusiastic apprentice to join the front of house catering team. You will work alongside the catering team to provide an exceptional customer experience to the Cathedral cafe.

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Closing date: 31 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £7,503.60

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Various shifts as agreed with the Catering Manager within the operating hours of the Café (8.00am to 5.00 pm Monday – Sunday including bank holidays) plus functions

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    01 Aug 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000072281

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Ensure each customer receives a warm and friendly welcome and excellent service for the duration of their visit
  • Maintain the highest standards of food safety at all times
  • Taking, helping prepare and serving customers with their food and drink orders, ensuring knowledge of the menu and offers
  • Clearing and cleaning tables and operating the dishwash area
  • Replenishment of displays and cabinets
  • Assist in food preparation
  • Handle cash transactions
  • Assist at functions both internally and externally when required
  • Carry out such other duties as may be necessary for the proper execution of the post General Responsibilities
  • Attend and participate in training courses as directed, including safeguarding
  • Uphold the Cathedral’s values and code of conduct
  • Adhere to Wells Cathedral’s policies and procedures, treating any safeguarding issues with the highest priority

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

  • A Level 2 Hospitality Team Member qualification will be achieved upon completion
  • Training will take place one day a week at Strode College
  • Strode College will be managing applications for this vacancy

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Will lead to a full time role for the right candidate

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Team working, Initiative, Self motivated

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Desired

Things to consider

You must be friendly, polite and have the ability to work well under pressure Food Safety and First Aid at Work certificates desirable

About the employer

Wells Cathedral Café, situated within Wells Cathedral, provides hospitality to visitors of the Cathedral, as well as a catering service for Cathedral functions and private events, both within the Cathedral and externally.

Employer

WELLS CATHEDRAL ENTERPRISES LIMITED

Address

CHAIN GATE

CATHEDRAL GREEN

WELLS

BA5 2UE

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Training

Training provider

STRODE COLLEGE

Contact

Lyndsey Bath

lbath@strode-college.ac.uk

01458 844681

Apprenticeship standard

Hospitality team member

Level 2 (GCSE)

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