apprentice

Kew Green Hotels; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Runcorn is seeking an enthusiastic apprentice chef to support the kitchen team. This role offers training alongside experienced professionals, focusing on developing culinary skills while adhering to safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates are passionate about cooking and eager to learn in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Passionate about learning new skills in the kitchen.
• Willing to work towards kitchen SOPs.
• Must be reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Support Kitchen Manager with kitchen operations.
• Prepare and cook various food items.
• Ensure cleanliness and compliance with food safety.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Positive attitude

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Overview

Supporting your kitchen team, you will be responsible for delivering an efficient, effective and profitable kitchen service, with a primary focus on a key assigned area of responsibility and ensuring brand standards are met. As part of the apprenticeship program, you will have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced Kitchen Manager.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring you are working towards all kitchen SOPs at all times.
• Supporting your Kitchen Manager in ensuring that all Health and Safety and Food Safety regulations are adhered to and that audits are successfully passed.
• Sets up and stocks food items and other necessary supplies
• Prepares food items by using required methods.
• Cooks food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and complies with food sanitation requirements by properly handling food and ensuring correct storage.
• Cleans and sanitises cooking surfaces frequently and in line with SOPs.
• Performs inventory checks and completes food storage logs.
• Facilitating special requests from guests if received.
• Manage wastage through correct product measurement.
• Completing all training to timescales and looking for ways to develop your skills and experience.
• Arriving on time, in the correct uniform with a positive, can-do attitude!

Apprentice experience

• 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

We are looking to recruit an apprentice at the Holiday Inn Runcorn who wants a career as a chef and who is passionate about learning new skills. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic and ready to put their skills into practice. Your primary responsibility will be to provide a professional support to the catering manager and kitchen team.