Commis Chef Apprentice THREE HORSESHOES INN LIMITED

You will be taught by some of the best chefs in the area, working as part of a small team of chef’s producing & serving quality fresh food for our busy and popular Country Inn awarded for Culinary excellence. You can expect fresh, seasonal ingredients with modern British Cuisines from our famous Signature Dishes to traditional favourites.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 05 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,000.00

    Pay increase in year two. £2,000 completion bonus. Staff perks including free spa use. Company pension.

  • Working week

    You'll work a minimum of 4 days per week including your college day, your shifts will include some weekends and evenings TBC. We open all year round except Christmas Day.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Nov 2023

  • Date posted

    01 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000195641

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Preparing fresh food to order for our country inn, carvery and spa 
  • Catering for events such as weddings as we have a function room 
  • Helping to devise specials and prepare afternoon teas 
  • Ordering, storing and keeping record of stock 
  • Cleaning down during and after service 
  • Working with the team to promote a good customer experiance 

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

You will study the Commis Chef level 2 apprenticeship whilst being fully supported and mentored by the head chef and catering team.  

You will attend college on a weekly basis, spending time in the training kitchens at the Buxton Campus receiving training from industry-qualified and very experienced staff (college transport is available).

If you require maths & English qualifications there may be an opportunity to study Functional Skills as part fo your apprenticeship depending on your personal circumstances.  

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

After you have passed the course there is potential for a permanent position and further training/career progression. We have many ex-apprentices still working with us.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative, Time Management, A desire to learn

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Desired
Other Food/Catering related subject (Grade Any) Desired

Things to consider

Please consider how you will get to work each day, the public bus service is poor. From Leek, you could consider the Moorlands Connect local, bookable, bus service or ask friends and family if they're able to support you if you do not already have your own transport. You will be required to work evenings and weekends on a rota basis. We are open all year round, including Bank Holidays, except for Christmas Day when we close so that all staff can enjoy time with family and friends.

About the employer

Based just outside of Leek in the Staffordshire Peak District, with a reputation for being one of Staffordshire’s premier venues comprising of a Country Inn, Weddings Venue, Function & conference Suite, 26 boutique style bedrooms and now one of the UKs leading unique spa destinations. The Country Inn has Been awarded “The Best Casual Dining Restaurant,” for 3 years running in 2017 – 2019 at the Staffordshire Good Food & Tourism Awards. Also awarded, 1 AA Rosettes for its Culinary excellence.

Employer

THREE HORSESHOES INN LIMITED

Address

THREE HORSESHOES INN LIMITED

BLACKSHAW MOOR

LEEK

ST13 8TW

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Training

Training provider

UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

Contact

Apprenticeships Team

feapprenticeships@blc.ac.uk

+448000740099

Apprenticeship standard

Commis chef

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please apply through Buxton & Leek College to be considered for this role.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 05 Oct 2023