Apprentice Chef

Lifetime Training; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 9,600 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts for staff

Employee assistance program

Reduced-price meals

Referral bonus potential

Wage access before payday

Job summary

Lifetime Training is helping to place apprentices in Farmhouse Inns to train as an Apprentice Chef. The role involves preparing, cooking, and presenting meals that meet exact specs while maintaining kitchen hygiene and safety standards.

You will work closely with your team to deliver high-quality dishes on time, and you will stay updated on new menus and products. This apprenticeship includes ongoing coaching, a mentor in the workplace, and support to gain English and Maths Functional Skills,

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship delivers work-based training with a Lifetime Learner Coach
• On-the-job development with a mentor in the workplace
• Functional Skills in English and Maths with tailored support

Responsibilities

• 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 the team and visitors.
• Communicate clearly with your team to provide high-quality meals to customers on time.
• Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions.

Job description

Due to the nature of this role, applicants must be aged 18 or over. The position involves the independent operation of kitchen equipment and working patterns that cannot be undertaken by individuals under the age of 18. This requirement is necessary to ensure all aspects of the role can be carried out safely and in accordance with health and safety requirements and operational needs.

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.

CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make - across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.