Apprentice Chef Elior- Taylor-Shaw

We are recruiting for an ambitious apprentice chef to join our team at Mountbatten School, who seeks development and to work with a leader in catering. If you have a real attention to detail and are a great team player, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply today!

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

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Closing date: 04 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage

£14,576.00

£11.50 per hour £1214 per month
Working week

32.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 2:30pm, term time only

Total hours per week: 32.5
Expected duration

15 Months
Possible start date

11 Dec 2023
Date posted

15 Nov 2023
Apprenticeship level

Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE)
Reference number

VAC1000212446
Positions

1 available

What you will do in your working day

We are looking for an Apprentice Chef to join our friendly team within this busy secondary school in Romsey.

As an Apprentice Chef you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunity to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

Responsibilities:

Ensure the food is to the highest standard
Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
Offer a warm and friendly service
Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

In this role:

Possess a passion for food
Focused on the front line
Genuine interest in customer service excellence
Team player
Previous catering experience

At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy complimentary lunches, saving you time & money while ensuring you stay nourished & energised throughout the day.

Support Your Way of Life:

Flexible Working: We offer full-time & part-time roles, with varying shift patterns across the business. Allowing colleagues, the flexibility to balance their personal & professional commitments
Term Time Holidays offering you flexibility
Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with flexible leave options
Paid Charity Leave: Make a positive impact with two additional paid days for charity work

Big Enough for Growth, Small Enough to Connect:

Opportunities for career progression while developing a close-knit community

Supporting You Through Life’s Ups & Downs:

Access mental health support & comprehensive wellbeing benefits

Keeping Finances & Wellbeing in Mind:

Life assurance, workplace pension schemes, discounts, cashback, entertainment, leisure discounts, & a cycle to work scheme

To become an apprentice, you must:

Be 16 or over
Not already be in full-time education

You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want a change or you're upskilling in your current job. You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship.

As an apprentice you’ll:

Have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
Learn and train for a specific job
Get paid and receive holiday leave
Get hands-on experience in a real job
Study for at least 20% of your working hours
Complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
Be on a career path with lots of future potential

What is an apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience, and get paid. You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.

Levels of an apprenticeship:

Each apprenticeship has a level and an equivalent education level. You can start an apprenticeship at any level.

At the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent education level. For example, if you complete a level 3 apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent of an A level.

The training you will be getting

Level 2 - Production Chef

As an apprentice you will undertake a Level 2 Production Chef Standards Apprenticeship.
Apprenticeship standards are aimed at developing skills within the apprentices’ chosen career route, each standards has set knowledge, skills and behaviours required to be successful within the job role. This will include the completion of functional skills in maths and English.
Once the apprentice has completed a minimum of 12 months training and the employer and Babcock regional trainer confirm they have met all the requirements of the standard they will be put through to end point assessment. The end point assessment is independent from the training and includes a variety of assessment methods which test the skills and knowledge of the apprentice to ensure they are fully competent in their role. Each apprentice will be supported throughout the apprenticeship by a structured programme of teaching, e-learning, 1-1 meetings and workplace mentoring; this will encourage and help them to meet the requirements of the new standards and will prepare them for the end of point assessment.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

This is a permanent position during which an apprenticeship will be delivered.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Presentation skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

Other None (Grade None) Desired

Things to consider

This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Whilst on the apprenticeship you will be entitled to an NUS card https://www.apprenticeextra.co.uk/ As an Apprentice you will undertake a Level 2 Production Chef Standards Apprenticeship Apprenticeship standards are aimed at developing skills within the Apprentices’ chosen career route, each standards has set knowledge, skills and behaviours required to be successful within the job role. This will include the completion of functional skills in Maths and English. Once the apprentice has completed a minimum of 12 months training and the employer and Inspiro Learning regional trainer confirm they have met all the requirements of the standard they will be put through to end point assessment. The end point assessment is independent from the training and includes a variety of assessment methods which test the skills and knowledge of the apprentice to ensure they are fully competent in their role. Each Apprentice will be supported throughout the apprenticeship by a structured programme of teaching, e-learning, 1-1 meetings and workplace mentoring; this will encourage and help them to meet t

About the employer

At Elior we're enriching lives, everywhere, every day. Feeding children in schools, loved ones in hospitals and care homes, sports fans in stadiums, visitors in heritage sites and teams in the workplace. We are a multi-award-winning global player in the hospitality sector, founded in 1991 with over 105,000 colleagues worldwide, serving over 4 million guests every day. In the UK, our dedicated team serve our customers across 1200 locations. Because of our success and stability, we can offer you excellent career opportunities where you will be nurtured and supported to fulfil your potential. We are renowned for looking after our people, with 87% of our colleagues feeling proud to work with us, and we are committed to delivering delicious and healthy food, which is ethically sourced. And we're committed to looking after the planet, supporting the community, cutting food waste and supporting wellbeing. We've lots to shout about with our strong and united approach in tackling many important global sustainability issues. This role sits within our education division – catering for students. Dedicated to providing high quality, nutritious food for our younger generation, we're 100% committed to supporting a healthy diet. At Taylor Shaw, we're driven by the knowledge that young people deserve and need the best food for their wellbeing; we do food with a difference.

Employer

Elior- Taylor-Shaw

Address

Whitenap Lane

Romsey

SO51 5SY

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Training

Training provider

INSPIRO LEARNING 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

Contact

Debbie Pennington

debbie.pennington@inspirolearning.co.uk

01704 502 243

Apprenticeship standard

Production chef

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

For further information on this vacancy and to apply please click ‘apply’. At this point you will enter the Inspiro Learning website where you can review the job vacancy in more detail and apply. Please complete the application form. You will then be contacted by a recruiter and your details will be sent to the employer.