Apprentice Chef - Trump Turnberry - Kitchen

Trump Turnberry Golf and Spa; Girvan; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious golf and spa resort in Scotland is seeking an Apprentice Chef for a 12-18 month program. This role involves training in food preparation and cooking within a supportive kitchen team. Candidates must be 17-24 years old and passionate about food. Benefits include subsidized accommodation, discounts, and access to resort facilities. The position starts immediately with training through City of Glasgow College.

Benefits

Subsidised staff accommodation

Access to a meal on duty

Discounted room rates for family

Gym and Spa facilities

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
• Must be aged 17-24 years of age.
• Have a passion for food and cooking.
• A proactive, self-starter who is able to work within a team as well as individually.
• Must be able to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and adhere to the grooming policy.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Be aware of all menu items and kitchen hygiene standards.
• Respect food produce, ensuring proper storage and cooking.

Job description

Position Purpose

'Earn while you learn' as an apprentice chef at Trump Turnberry. The apprenticeship is a 12-18 month program with assessments being carried out by City of Glasgow College, gaining you a SCQF Level 5 in Professional Cookery. In addition you will have access to masterclasses and learning journeys. The Apprentice Chef is a key role within the kitchen environment. Following the guidance of our senior chefs you are expected to follow instructions in order to produce a high-quality of food preparation and cooking. Your work should be carried out in a safe manner and to the best of your abilities. The position is available to start straight away, the induction at the college is planned for end of June 2025.

Essential Functions

• To work as part of the kitchen team, communicating well with others to ensure a smooth service of food, providing support to others where you can and asking for help if it is required to meet our service standards
• To be aware of all the menu items in their allocated section of the kitchen, to have copies of all relevant menus, recipes and dish photographs as required
• To understand what the kitchen hygiene standards are and to ensure that your working area and fridges meet that requirement
• To respect the food produce at all times, making sure that it is stored, prepared and cooked as instructed, reporting any potential food wastage to the Senior chef
• To clean as you go within the kitchen, keep all work areas tidy and organised, and ensure that the close-down cleaning procedure is followed
• Complete all work as required for the qualification and complete assessments as required.

Candidate Specifications

• Must be eligible to live and work in the UK
• Must be aged 17-24 years of age
• Have a passion for food and cooking
• A proactive, self-starter who is able to work within a team as well as individually
• Must be able to work shifts, weekends, holidays and adhere to our immaculate grooming policy and strict uniform standards

Benefits Include

• Subsidised staff accommodation (if required).
• Access to a meal on duty in the staff canteen.
• Turnberry Friends & Family Rooms Programme - discounted room rates at Trump Turnberry, available to you and your family.
• Discounts available at the Food & Beverage outlets and the Golf Professional Shop.
• Resort Facilities – use of the Spa, Gym and Golf facilities (subject to some restrictions).
• Trump Hotels Associate and Friends & Family Rates - discounted room rates at all Trump Properties.
• Uniforms - a uniform will be provided, and items will be laundered at the Company's expense.
• Employee Assistance Programme – offering a range of Employee Assistance Help Lines.
• Ongoing training and development, first-class hospitality training &Apprenticeship programmes are available.