Apprentice Chef - Newcastle upon tyne

Compass Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a market-leading food service company as an Apprentice Chef, where you'll learn to create exceptional food experiences. This is a full-time role offering comprehensive training to help you achieve a Level 2 Commis Chef qualification. You will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals while maintaining hygiene and safety standards. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a company that values diversity and inclusion, offering competitive pay and great perks, including discounts on travel and healthcare. If you're passionate about food and eager to learn, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Discounts on travel

Shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Healthcare benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ due to contractual requirements.
• Full training provided to achieve Level 2 Commis Chef qualification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, present, and serve food to specifications.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Communicate effectively with team members.

Skills

Food Preparation

Hygiene Standards

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Commis Chef qualification

Job description

Job Title: Apprentice Chef

Salary: £11.44 per hour

Location: Cobalt Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, England, NE27 0QW

Reporting to: Chef Manager

Hours/working pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Apprentice Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Eurest on a full-time basis contracted to 40 hours per week.

As an Apprentice Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food that brightens our clients' and customers' days, within the market-leading food service company in the UK. Full training will be provided, and on successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve the Level 2 Commis Chef qualification and become a qualified Chef.

Due to contractual requirements, candidates must be aged 18+.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Prepare, cook, present, and serve food meeting specifications and customer expectations.
2. Maintain hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen to ensure safety for all team members and visitors.
3. Communicate effectively with team members to deliver high-quality meals on time.
4. Stay updated with new products, menus, and promotions.

Our ideal Chef will:

1. Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
2. Be an enthusiastic team player and an excellent communicator.
3. Assist with general kitchen tasks as directed.
4. Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image.
5. Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
6. Adhere to Health & Safety regulations.

We offer competitive pay, great perks, and opportunities for learning and development within a company that values diversity and inclusion. Our benefits include discounts on travel, shopping, cinema tickets, and healthcare, as well as a contributory pension scheme.