Apprentice Chef

greene king; Castleford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand discounts

Employee assistance program

Menopause friendly employer

Inns discount

Refer a friend bonus

Wagestream access

Retail discounts

Job summary

Farmhouse Inns in the United Kingdom is recruiting an Apprentice Chef to join our kitchen team. You will learn to prepare, cook and present dishes that meet our specs while maintaining top hygiene and safety standards in a fast-paced service.

You’ll be mentored on the job, receive English and Maths Functional Skills training, and participate in four Chef Academy masterclasses designed to develop advanced cooking techniques.

Qualifications

• You won’t need to attend college; apprenticeship delivered through work-based training with mentor support.
• Obtain Functional Skills in English and Maths, with support tailored to your needs.
• Reviews every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager and Lifetime Learner Coach.

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

Education

Functional Skills in English and Maths

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.

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.