Apprentice Chef

Bennett Hay Limited; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 17,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Hounslow is looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Chef to learn and work in a dynamic kitchen environment. This role offers a salary of £17,000 annually, plus paid tuition fees for the Level 2 Commis Chef Qualification. The position allows for a work-life balance with shifts from 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, participating in practical and academic training while being part of a supportive team. Opportunities across various locations in London enhance the learning experience.

Benefits

Nutritious meal per shift

Flexible healthcare plan

Cycle to work scheme

Colleague benefit program

Qualifications

• No prior experience required, but commitment and determination to succeed are essential.
• A genuine interest in food and food trends is necessary.
• A good level of spoken English is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for meals.
• Cook meals using various methods.
• Present dishes in an appealing manner.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Understand food safety and legislation.
• Manage stock and portion control.

Skills

Passion for food

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Apprentice Chef - £17k salary + study leave

Looking to take your first step to becoming a Chef? Bennett Hay have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and positive minded individual to learn a trade, work towards completing a Level 2 Commis Chef Qualification and earn £17,000 per year plus benefits.

This is a Monday to Friday role, including one day per week spent at college learning all the skills of your trade, and four days per week working alongside our skilled and friendly teams putting that learning into practice. A typical workday shift will be 7am to 3pm, so you will have the benefit of work/life balance.

Our business is delivering exceptional guest service in workplace buildings on behalf of our corporate clients.

We provide a full range of food service every day in some of the most prestigious buildings across London, using only the very best ingredients from high quality suppliers we know and trust. The focus is on nutrition and innovation, using modern styles.

The Apprentice Chef role is mainly based in Victoria, but there will be plenty of opportunity to work in our other locations across the City and the West End.

As Apprentice Chef you will learn and be involved in all aspects of kitchen operations;

• Preparation of ingredients.
• Cooking meals through various different cooking methods
• Plating up and presentation of food
• Cleaning and clearing down work stations
• Working in a safe manner at all times, developing an understanding of food safety and health and safety legislation.
• Portion control, including record keeping and waste management.
• Stock management and ordering.

What are we looking for in our Apprentice Chef?

Experience is not necessary for this role, but we are definitely looking for a certain kind of person;

• You will be committed and determined to succeed – there will be some early starts and lots of hard work.
• You will be passionate about food, with a genuine interest in food trends – and keen to learn more.
• You will have a positive attitude – able to get on well with people from all backgrounds.
• You will have a mature approach – take ownership and be accountable for your own development, and be able to keep calm under pressure.
• You will have a good Level of spoken English and communication skills,

What do we offer our Apprentice Chef?

• A salary of £17,000 per year, plus full tuition fee’s paid for the Level 2 Commis Chef Qualification.
• A nutritious meal per shift.
• A generous benefits package - including a flexible healthcare plan, a free meal each shift, cycle to work scheme and a colleague benefit program.

To apply, please send a cover note as soon as possible, we will be starting the interview process next week.