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Apprentice Production Chef DECKHOUSE LTD

We are about to set out on the exciting journey to bring the very first Deckhouse to life. You will heck, prepare, assemble, cook, regenerate, hold and present food meeting the needs of the customers and maintaining organisational standards and procedures.

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Closing date: 12 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,600.00

  • Working week

    Days and shifts to be confirmed. You could be working 8, 10 or 12-hour shifts depending on age either days or nights with weekend availability.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    20 Mar 2023

  • Date posted

    25 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000126126

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

We are about to set out on the exciting journey to bring the very first Deckhouse to life. What is Deckhouse? Deckhouse brings the very best specialty coffee, fresh food and curated wines in a fresh design led interior influenced by coastal escapism.

To help us bring this all to life we are on the lookout for extremely talented Chefs to join our team. You should have experience delivering incredible plates of food and a love for fresh and local produce.

We will offer training and the opportunity to learn and grow with the business.

A chance to join a new fully equity funded company offering an all-day & evening cafe & bar brand, in the coffee to wine/cocktails sector. A high quality fit out, fresh food, craft & independent drinks.

We are initially developing our first site in 2022 and then 3-4 sites in 2023 with a target of 18 sites within 5 years. So there will be opportunities aplenty within our ever-evolving business for right-minded people focused on a hospitality career.

Main duties:

  • 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
  • Use effective methods of communication with all colleagues, managers and customers to promote a positive image of yourself and the organisation
  • Work to ensure customer expectations are met

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

Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship Standard:

  • Level 2 Production Chef - Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours
  • Edexcel Level 1 Functional Skills English and maths (exemptions apply)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • There are lots of progression opportunities for the right candidate

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Passion for hospitality, Love for the guest, A Fervour for great food, Love for working within a team

Qualifications

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

About the employer

Picture it now: you, a bottle of something sublime, maybe a cocktail, a coffee, and something to nourish your tastebuds. Just a simple set up, all about letting the ingredients do the talking and championing independent producers across wine, coffee and food. Taking you outside of the everyday and making you feel like you're somewhere and someone special. Welcome to life at Deckhouse.

Employer

DECKHOUSE LTD

Address

3-6 Cheapside

Taunton

TA1 3LG

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Training

Training provider

BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Production chef

Level 2 (GCSE)

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