Level 2 Apprenticeship Hospitality Team Member-Patterdale Hall BOLTON SCHOOL

Great opportunity at this adventure centre at Patterdale Hall, set in the stunning Lake District. Assist with front of house, house-keeping & kitchen duties to enhance this great experience for the children. Supportive employer. Free staff meals with live in option (no utility bills to pay). Happy and positive environment.

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Closing date: 30 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage

£20,000.00

Live in options available
Working week

Shifts including some weekends live in options. Hours and shifts tbc.

Total hours per week: 37
Expected duration

12 Months
Possible start date

06 Jan 2024
Date posted

23 Aug 2023
Apprenticeship level

Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE)
Reference number

VAC1000193744
Positions

1 available

What you will do in your working day

To assist the cook in the preparation of meals i.e. making up packed lunches
Washing of dishes, pots and pans, etc.
To help with the cleaning of the kitchen and dining room
To help with the laying up of the dining room for meals

Housekeeping:

To assist in cleaning areas of the centre to the standard expected as directed by the Patterdale Hall Housekeeper. This will include common areas, bedrooms, toilets and showers, etc
To make up beds, wash linen, etc. in the laundry
Ensure that guests are comfortable and have what they need for an enjoyable stay

General:

Attend relevant training courses internally or externally to update skills and for the benefit of both parties. Undertake written tasks in line with the requirements of the apprenticeship
Comply with and promote the Foundation’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures and maintain a safe environment for pupils, staff and visitors ensuring that reasonable care is taken at all times for the health, safety and welfare of yourself and other persons
To be familiar with relevant policies and procedures and to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the children and young people in school
Carry out any other reasonable duties as may be required from time to time within the context of the post

The training you will be getting

Hospitality Team Member Level 2
English and maths Functional Skills (if appropriate and where needed to support)
On and off the job training and location to be confirmed

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

A rewarding career in Hospitality with opportunities to work towards a supervisory team member.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths/English (Grade 4) Desired

Things to consider

Long periods on your feet, some lifting on occasion, but nothing too heavy, but a general good level of fitness may be an advantage.

About the employer

Patterdale Hall is a Residential Outdoor Adventure Learning Centre owned and managed by Bolton School, but available to everyone. We are an AALA licensed activity and residential learning centre available for hire by all groups. We are based at the Southern end of Lake Ullswater within easy reach of population centres in both the North West and North East of England, and we have also welcomed clients from throughout the rest of the UK and overseas. We offer a fully catered service for up to 70 clients, although are willing to talk to any group no matter how small, and will tailor-make an activity programme should you require it. All our activities take place on the doorstep of the centre with no need to travel in minibuses and waste valuable time. We are ideally located with natural crags and a 7 mile long lake all within easy reach on foot from the centre. Our 80 acres of extensive grounds allow access straight onto the Lakeland fells for walking, mountaineering and so much more. We have an adventurous gorge that flows through the grounds of the estate.

Employer

BOLTON SCHOOL

Address

Patterdale Hall, Glenridding

Penrith

CA11 0PT

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Training

Training provider

SKERN LODGE LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

training
qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Hospitality team member

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions