Apprentice Commis Chef The University of Reading
Exciting opportunity at the University of Reading for an aspiring chef who shares our passion for great food! We are looking for an Apprentice Commis Chef to work in our Aspiring Chef team while completing the Commis Chef apprenticeship, training 1 day/week at Reading College, with career progression opportunities after completion. Salary: £20,880
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 19 Jun 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£20,880.00
In addition you will receive enhanced rates of pay for early morning, evening and weekend working.
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Working week
You will be working 36 hours over 5 days per week (including one day at college during term time), normally Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday (exact pattern of work to be agreed in discussion with you).
Total hours per week: 36
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
01 Sep 2023
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Date posted
20 Apr 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000156304
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Positions
3 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
We produce fresh, nutritious and tasty dishes from scratch, with our menus changing daily and following seasonality across six kitchens. We are a relatively small team, so all our Chefs regularly move between sites, trading in different styles. We encourage everyone to contribute to the up-coming menus and are looking forward to holding development days where your creativity is only limited by your mind! All our colleagues play an equally important part in our operations, regardless of their role, and we promote a respectful work environment for all.
You will be working in our Aspiring Chef team, creating food for students and staff at the University. Duties will include:
- Preparation and cooking of food for service
- Ensuring food is presented well
- Producing food to the specified recipe and minimising waste
- Ensure production is carried out in accordance with the University’s food safety plan
- Contribute to the development of the menus
- Adapt menus to suit individual customer requirements as necessary
- Assist with ensuring correct stock levels are maintained and wastage is minimised
- Use the food safety management system for recording temperatures of food, monitoring temperature-controlled storage areas and recording cleaning tasks
- Carry out duties in a manner which ensures the highest reasonably possible environmental and sustainability standards are met
- Follow all regulations & legislation including fire procedures, C.O.S.H.H. & accident procedures
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Duration :
- 18 months total - 15 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment
Training:
- Work-based training on the job, working with experienced chefs at the University of Reading
- Day release during term-time (1 day/week) at Reading College (Activate Learning)
- All training will take place during the apprentice’s paid, working hours
End Point Assessment:
- Knowledge Test
- Practical Assessment
- Professional Discussion
Qualification:
- Level 2 (Intermediate) Commis Chef Apprenticeship
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Upon completion of the apprenticeship, there will be the possibility of permanent employment and/or progression to a higher level apprenticeship, such as Level 3 Chef de Partie, for the right candidates.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4 or above) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
The University of Reading
https://www.hospitalityuor.co.uk/clever-cuisine/
Address
University of Reading
Whiteknights House
Whiteknights
RG6 6UR
Training
Training provider
ACTIVATE LEARNING
Apprenticeship standard
Commis chef
Level 2 (GCSE)
Employer's Application Instructions
Our application form is quick and easy to complete, taking no more than 30 minutes of your time. Write 2-3 paragraphs about your passion for great food and cooking, your experience working as part of a team, and anything else interesting about you! Please copy/paste this into the “Supporting Information” section of the application form. Ensure you have any paperwork to hand relating School/College/University qualifications, Food Safety and key employment/work experience dates.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 19 Jun 2023