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Apprentice Commis Chef The Rest and Be Thankful

We are looking for an apprentice to work alongside our chef. To take responsibility for cooking dishes and plating dishes for our customers. There will be a variety of tasks to do during the shift such as the preparation of starters/desserts/sandwiches as well as assisting the main chef in making /creating dishes. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to earn a salary and gain a level 2 qualification.

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Closing date: 19 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £7,503.60 to £14,820.00

    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

    There will be mix of lunch shifts and evening shifts. It will definitely include weekends. Morning/lunch shift starts at 9.30am/10am - 2.30pm/3pm Evening shift starts at 4.30pm- 9pm but maybe later depending on bookings. All TBC.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    20 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    23 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000125192

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Preparation of starters/desserts/sandwiches
  • Assist the main chef in making /creating dishes
  • Keeping on top of your own workstation
  • Ensuring all the forms are filled in making sure we are working in a safe environment

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

Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard - Commis Chef:

  • Level 2 Commis Chef - Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
  • Functional skills at level 1 and/or 2 in English and maths as required (exemptions apply)

The successful candidate will also need to complete a diagnostic assessment, which will help us plan the appropriate support required to meet your individual needs.

Training will be a day release at the Taunton Campus of Bridgwater and Taunton College.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Be Assistant Chef
  • Then Head Chef

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, Time keeping

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Catering (Grade 4-9) Desired

About the employer

We are a family run business with a small team of staff. We serve food 7 days a week (Apart from Christmas day) . We offer good quality pub food with a specials board to add some flare to the menu. We use local suppliers wherever possible.

Employer

The Rest and Be Thankful

Address

WHEDDON CROSS

MINEHEAD

TA24 7DR

Contact

Caroline Julie Norman

stay@restandbethankful.co.uk

+441643841222

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Training

Training provider

BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Commis chef

Level 2 (GCSE)

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