Apprentice Commis Chef Kew Green Hotels 12647

Kew Green Hotels; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel group in Runcorn is offering a Level 2 Commis Chef apprenticeship. As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience in food preparation while adhering to health and safety standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and develop your culinary skills in a thriving kitchen environment. Benefits include employee discounts and access to leisure clubs.

Benefits

Attractive discounts across major retailers

50% off food and beverage in hotels

Free unlimited access to Leisure Clubs

Employee Assistance Line for wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be 16 or over.
• Not currently enrolled in full-time education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to specified recipes.
• Ensure compliance with health and food safety regulations.
• Support Kitchen Manager in kitchen operations.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a team

Health and safety awareness

Job description

Programme duration 14 Months + 3 to complete End Point Assessment

Programme name Level 2 - Commis Chef

Kew Green Hotels is a rapidly expanding global company, with a diverse portfolio across leading hotel chains, including IHG Hotels Resorts, Marriott International, Wyndham Hotels Resorts and Hilton, what unites us all is our values. Please view our website for more details., Kew Green Hotels / Holiday Inn Runcorn is presenting an opportunity for a candidate to join the kitchen team to become an apprentice commis chef. In this role, you are responsible for producing all menu items in an efficient and consistent manner while following company specifications and always adhering to Health & Food Safety requirements, Supporting your kitchen team, you will be responsible for delivering an efficient, effective and profitable kitchen service, with a primary focus on a key assigned area of responsibility and ensuring brand standards are met. As part of the apprenticeship program, you will have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced Kitchen Manager.

Tasks could include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring you are working towards all kitchen SOPs at all times.
• Supporting your Kitchen Manager in ensuring that all Health and Safety and Food Safety regulations are adhered to and that audits are successfully passed.
• Sets up and stocks food items and other necessary supplies
• Prepares food items by using required methods.
• Cooks food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and complies with food sanitation requirements by properly handling food and ensuring correct storage.
• Cleans and sanitises cooking surfaces frequently and in line with SOPs.
• Performs inventory checks and completes food storage logs.
• Facilitating special requests from guests if received.
• Manage wastage through correct product measurement.
• Completing all training to timescales and looking for ways to develop your skills and experience.
• Arriving on time, in the correct uniform with a positive, can-do attitude!

Our rewards package includes:

• Attractive discounts across many major retailers, restaurants, and events
• Complementary Employee, Family and Friends discounts in hotels across the Kew Green Hotels portfolio and at partner hotels worldwide!
• 50% off food and beverage while you stay in our hotels
• FREE and UNLIMITED access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms)
• 24/7, 365 days Employee Assistance Line for mental health and wellbeing support, financial and legal advice
• Robust career development opportunities and support for personal growth

Apprenticeship Highlights:

• You will gain a nationally recognised Level 2 Commis Chef apprenticeship standard
• You will receive onsite training with Inspiro Learning who will support and guide you throughout your Apprenticeship journey.
• Gain essential life skills.
• Gain confidence.

To become an apprentice, you must:

• be 16 or over
• not already be in full-time education

You can start an apprenticeship whether you're starting your career, want a change. You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship.

As an apprentice you'll:

• Have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
• Learn and train for a specific job
• Get paid and receive holiday leave
• Get experience in a real job
• Study for at least 20% of your working hours
• Complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship