Apprentice Chef

Sanctuary Group; Worcester; On-site; GBP 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading not-for-profit organization as an Apprentice Chef at Noble House in Worcester. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in catering while you support residents with special dietary needs and manage food stock, all while gaining a nationally recognized qualification. In a supportive environment, grow your culinary skills alongside experienced professionals and contribute to the welfare of those you serve.

Benefits

25 days leave rising to 30 days

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service

Cycle to Work Scheme

Voluntary health plans

Wellbeing support and tools

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English required.
• Interest in cooking and learning essential.
• Food safety and hygiene training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high-standard catering services.
• Support residents with dietary requirements.
• Manage food stock and ensure hygiene standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Education

Minimum of 2 GCSEs at grade D or E in Maths and English

Job description

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Noble House Oak View Way, Worcester WR2 5FH

£17,667.00 per annum

37.5 hours per week

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Apprentice Chef to join our culinary team at Noble House, Worcester.

An apprenticeship is a powerful way to start your career in catering and hospitality. It offers the perfect balance of practical experience working alongside experienced professionals, gaining practical skills in food preparation, hygiene, customer service, and kitchen operations in a real working environment. And structured learning, allowing you to earn while you learn and gain a nationally recognised qualification.

At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible.

We’re a national organisation, but we’re not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence.

The role of Apprentice Chef will include:

• Assist in the delivery of a versatile and high-standard catering service that meets the needs and preferences of all customers.
• Support residents with individual dietary requirements, including special diets and allergen considerations.
• Help manage food stock and supplies to ensure menu delivery aligns with budgetary constraints and operational needs of the Taste restaurants.
• Receive and check food stock deliveries, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Adhere to the Food Safety Management System, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records as required.
• Perform routine cleaning of all food service areas and kitchen equipment to uphold high standards of hygiene and safety.

Skills and experiences:

• A minimum of 2 GCSEs at grade D or Eand above (grades 2– 3) or equivalent in Maths and English
• A genuine interest in cooking and a desire to learn.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices (training will be provided).
• A positive attitude and a commitment to providing excellent service.

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package.

The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental, and financial health, and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• 25 days leave rising to a maximum of 30 days (plus public holidays)
• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Voluntary health plans
• Wellbeing support and tools

Please note that initial contact to shortlisted applicants will be via HIT Training who will be in contact for an initial discussion about the role and to run through their standard Apprentice eligibility checks.

Job Reference: 220221

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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.