Apprentice Commis Chef

DANESBURY LIMITED

Worcester, WR1 2HU

Closes in 19 days (Thursday 15 August at 11:59pm)

Posted on 16 April 2024

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Summary

The broad purpose of the occupation is to support the kitchen in providing the culinary offer by preparing, cooking and finishing a range of food items whilst rotating around each section of the kitchen. You will be expected to develop your skills and knowledge through the standard.

Annual wage
£12,480 a year

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The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Training course
Commis chef (level 2)
Hours
Thurs 9-3 Fri 3-10.30 Sat 3-10.30 Sun 10-6

30 hours a week

Possible start date

Saturday 24 August

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Commis chef
Level 2 (GCSE)

Day release once a week at Worcester campus.

Where you’ll work

Food + Liquer

55 Sidbury

Worcester

WR1 2HU

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

HEART OF WORCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE

Your training course

Commis chef (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents
  • Contribute to reviewing and refreshing menus in line with business and customer requirements
  • Use technology for the development and production of dishes and menu items in line with business procedures and guidelines to achieve the best result
  • Check food stocks, report on shortages, prioritise food that is close to expiry and keep the storage areas in good order
  • Prioritise tasks, ensuring food items meet the required quality standard and in the required time frame
  • Measure dish ingredients and portion sizes accurately
  • Use a range of craft preparation and basic cooking skills and techniques to prepare, cook and finish dishes and menu items in line with business requirements
  • Use correct knives and knife skills when preparing food and use the correct equipment when preparing, cooking and finishing food
  • Correctly store and use food items and commodities when preparing, cooking and finishing dishes to deliver a quality product that is safe for the consumer
  • Apply correct preparation and selection methods when using fresh produce in dishes
  • Complete preparation and cooking tasks to a high standard, delivered on time and presented as described within the recipe specification
  • Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment at all times, complete kitchen documentation as required
  • Work with others to ensure dishes produced are of high quality, delivered on time and to the standard required
  • Choose methods of communication that achieve effective team working
  • Develop own skills and knowledge through training and experiences
  • Deal with team challenges and problems constructively to drive a positive outcome
  • Effectively manage resources to meet specifications and control waste
  • Follow safe systems of work reporting risks in the appropriate manner

    • Your training plan

    This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • Maths and English (grade 2)

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • Communication skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Organisation skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Team working
    • Initiative

    Other requirements

    College once a week in Worcester campus.

    About this company

    Based on Sidbury in Worcester city, our spacious, light and airy venue has something for everyone, offering brunch, lunch, dinner and drinks. The menus feature locally sourced dishes and shares alongside fish and seafood specialties.

    https://foodandliquor.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

    After this apprenticeship

    Once completed you could have the chance to progress to CDP Apprenticeship.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    HEART OF WORCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE

    Lindsay Prodger

    lprodger@howcollege.ac.uk

    01905743527

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000245057.

    Apply now

    Closes in 19 days (Thursday 15 August at 11:59pm)

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