Apprentice Chef

Greene King; Milton Malsor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known UK pub company is seeking a Chef apprentice in Milton Malsor. You will prepare and present food, maintain hygiene and safety standards, and work closely with a team. As part of the role, you will participate in a 15-month apprenticeship, receiving training and masterclasses to enhance your culinary skills. This position offers career progression in a dynamic and supportive environment, with numerous benefits including discounts and training opportunities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

33% discount on food and drinks

Wage Stream access

Retail discounts

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Free employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Passion for cooking and food presentation.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and participate in training programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food according to specifications.
• Maintain safety regulations and hygiene levels in the kitchen.
• Communicate effectively to ensure timely service.
• Stay updated with new products and menus.

Skills

Food preparation

Maintaining hygiene standards

Effective communication

Education

Functional Skills in English and Maths

Job description

Overview

As a Chef apprentice, 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 past service, you’ll soon become an invaluable member of the kitchen team.

Join us at Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. Our collection of community pubs are the heart and soul of the local area around them, helmed by a local hero and crewed by a team always ready with your favourite tipple. Our pubs embody the true meaning of a local pub, acting as a central hub where locals can enjoy one of our events, a feast of lovingly cooked food or a quick catch up with friends over a drink.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present food which 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.

Apprenticeship details

• A mixture of face to face and skype/phone catch ups every 4 - 6 weeks to discuss feedback and progress
• A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
• Reviews every 12 weeks with your Line Manager and apprenticeship Trainer
• The chance to get Functional Skills in English and maths (if you don’t already have GCSE)
• A Chef Apprenticeship Qualification once you have completed the 15 month programme

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.

Qualifications and progression

At Greene King, you will be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship Qualification over the course of 15 months.

Benefits

• The chance to further your career across our well-known brands – As one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
• 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.
• Wage Stream – 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…
• 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
• Free employee assistance program – Mental Health, well-being, Financial, and Legal support because you matter!