Production Chef Apprentice Venturi Healthcare

As a Catering Apprentice you will work along our current Chef team to hone your culinary skills within a health and social care environment. You will receive daily support in your quest to deliver the most delicious meals to our residents.

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

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Closing date: today

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £16,575.00

  • Working week

    Monday – Friday 8am-4pm (£8.50ph)

    Total hours per week: 37.50

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    27 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    12 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000197991

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

 

  • To support with the preparation of meals to a high standard that meets the dietary requirements of the residents.
  • Create a warm and welcoming kitchen environment ensuring everyone feels at home.
  • To support with providing a high level dining experience for all residents, enhancing their experience wherever possible.
  • To support with the planning of menus with the Registered Manager and residents ensuring that meal choices reflect the preferences and dietary requirements of service users in accordance with their individual care plans
  • To effectively manage deliveries, stock control and stock rotation ensuring that stock ordered is consistent with planned menus and stored appropriately.
  • To ensure infection control and food hygiene protocols are well maintained, following the guidance from the food standards agency

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

L2 Production chef apprenticeship standard.

On-going shadowing and support.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Completion of Production Chef Apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Customer Service, Organisation, Attention to detail

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

The successful candidate will work across two locations both within the Southport area which are only five minutes apart if travelling by car. The two businesses are Blair House, Roe Lane, Southport as well as Burgess Manor Care Home, Fleetwood Road, Southport. We have chosen to deliver this qualification across two sites to ensure you receive a wide range of experience within the catering sector. The two catering teams work differently meaning you will have many people to learn from and develop your own skills. Both of our care homes provide support to residents with mental health conditions and we have been 40-50 people living with us. Both sites have approximately 50 staff, all of which have excellent working and personal relationships. The catering departments are extremely fast paced to ensure they are able to meet the dietary requirements of all our residents. You will report in to the Catering Manager who is also a qualified Chef. Competitive hourly rateFlexible working arrangements £500 Refer a friend scheme£500/year Wellbeing allowance via our Health Cash Plan Venturi Vault Employee Recognition Scheme 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidaysPension Scheme  Free uniforms with annual renewals. Continued professional development

About the employer

Welcome to the Venturi Healthcare family, where our goal is to provide residents and our colleagues with the support deserve within a safe and caring environment. Venturi Healthcare specialises in delivering personalised care for Nursing, Mental Health and Residential clients, including those with Dementia. Throughout our care homes, we value our open and honest community. We pride ourselves in delivering a home from home style of care, where everyone is treated like a beloved family member. We believe we provide a perfect blend of effective traditions and modern empathy in our care.

Employer

Venturi Healthcare

Address

Blair House Care Home 18 Roe Lane

PR9 9DR

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Training

Training provider

SOUTHPORT COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Production chef

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: today