Apprentice Chef

greene king; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend incentive

Wagestream access

Employee discounts 30–50%

Job summary

Greene King is offering an Apprentice Chef role within Farmhouse Inns, focusing on cooking and presenting food to required standards. You will learn through a work-based programme with a mentor, while developing skills in hygiene, teamwork, and menu knowledge. No college attendance is required, with on-going coaching and functional skills support.

The role integrates four masterclasses within the Chef Academy, enhancing knowledge across multiple cooking areas and practical techniques.

Qualifications

• No college required; apprenticeship delivered through work-based training.
• Functional Skills in English and Maths supported if GCSEs are not present.
• Reviews every 12 weeks with mentor and coach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Communicate clearly with the team to provide high-quality meals on time.
• Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions.

Skills

Food preparation

Team communication

Hygiene awareness

Education

GCSE English/Maths or equivalents

Job description

As an Apprentice Chef with Farmhouse Inns, your passion for all things food, and the desire to make the perfect dish every time, is what sets you apart. With a keen eye for maintaining the highest standards and thriving during a fast-paced service, you’ll soon become an invaluable member of the kitchen team.

At Farmhouse Inns, we’re all about bringing you delicious food and drink for every taste, every occasion… and every appetite! From midweek dinners to Sunday lunches, you’ll always find quality dishes and great value at Farmhouse Inns. We’re passionate about creating a pub dining experience that feels like home. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality and value.

As an Apprentice Chef, you will…

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors.
• Communicate clearly with your team in order to provide high-quality meals to customers on time.
• Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions.

We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why you will benefit from…

• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
• Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies
• Menopause Friendly Employer
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them!
• Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more…

What your apprenticeship includes:

• You won’t need to attend college, our apprenticeships are delivered through work based training which includes a mixture of face-to-face sessions and remote Team calls with your Lifetime Learner Coach every 6 weeks. You will also have a mentor within the workplace to support you.
• Obtain Functional Skills in English and Maths, with support tailored to your needs (if you don’t already have GCSE or equivalents)
• Reviews every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager and Lifetime Learner Coach including feedback sessions.

Alongside working full time as an Apprentice Chef, you will also be joining our unique Chef Academy, where you will have the opportunity to attend four masterclasses designed to teach you expert knowledge and technical skills involved in 4 different areas of cooking.

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