Production Chef Apprentice Mercia School
From day one, you'll be an essential member of our bustling kitchen, where the purpose of the role is to assist in the preparation, cooking and serving of meals during family dining. You'll work alongside seasoned professionals who are eager to share their knowledge and expertise, molding you into a master of the kitchen with every dish you create.
Closing date: 30 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£12,528.00
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Working week
Exact shifts to be decided, but will be between 7:30am to 3:30pm Monday to Thursday, for example 7:30am to 3pm Friday.
Total hours per week: 37
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Expected duration
12 Months
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Possible start date
01 Nov 2023
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Date posted
26 Jul 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000186347
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
As mentioned previously, the purpose of the role is to to assist in the preparation, cooking and serving of meals during family dining. You'll be joining an elite team of a Head Chef, 4 x Commis Chefs and a Catering Assistant.
Duties will include (but not be limited to):
- Assist in the preparation and presentation of food.
- Prepare all food items within agreed cooking methods and portion controls.
- Implement and maintain the school’s food standards, and work with the Chef Manager to improve where possible.
- Ensure the food safety of pupils with particular and special diets.
- Serve staff, pupils and visitors at service time to the required standard and promote a warm, friendly atmosphere.
- Supervise and look after pupils in the dining hall ensuring good order and discipline in accordance with School policies.
- Ensure correct use of materials and equipment and ensure walking areas are kept clean and tidy.
- Maintain highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene within the kitchen area and ensure that the cleaning schedule is completed on a daily basis.
- Carry out a deep clean as directed by the Chef Manager.
- Ensure compliance with the School’s Health & Safety policy, COSHH regulations and all statutory health and safety requirements, and ensure that these are observed by all members of staff and visitors.
- Report immediately any machinery faults to the Chef Manager.
- Co-operate with the employer on all issues relating to health, safety and welfare.
- Maintain a high standard of personal cleanliness and hygiene.
- Assist in the production and service of special functions, as required.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
You will work towards a Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 2. You will have a dedicated industry expert to guide and coach you through components of your programme and you'll experience a range of different learning opportunities.
- Online learning and face to face training with your Learn Plus Us Apprenticeship tutor.
- Meetings with your dedicated tutor.
- E-learning.
- Interactive online workshops.
- Self-guided research.
- On-the-job instructions.
- Peer-to-peer mentoring.
- Personal development planning.
- Progress reviews with your tutor and line manager.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
The opportunity for a permanent position, with the ability to progress into roles such as a commis chef or catering assistant.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Production chef
Level 2 (GCSE)
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