Apprentice Commis Chef: Learn, Cook & Grow in Kitchen

Shepherd Neame Ltd; Ashford; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepherd Neame Ltd in Faversham, Kent is seeking a kitchen team member to prepare and cook dishes to company standards. You will work closely with the kitchen team to ensure quality and smooth service during busy periods.

The role emphasizes hygiene, safety, and compliance, with opportunities to assist with stock control and mentoring junior staff. A strong team player with patience and organisation will thrive in this independent family business.

Qualifications

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Presentation skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to company standards, ensuring quality and consistency
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to maintain smooth service during busy periods
• Uphold hygiene, safety, and compliance standards at all times
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation
• Support and mentor junior team members, helping them develop their skills

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisation

Customer care

Presentation

Logical thinking

Teamwork

Creativity

Initiative

Patience

Physical fitness

Job description

Shepherd Neame Ltd in Faversham, Kent is seeking a kitchen team member to prepare and cook dishes to company standards. You will work closely with the kitchen team to ensure quality and smooth service during busy periods.

The role emphasizes hygiene, safety, and compliance, with opportunities to assist with stock control and mentoring junior staff. A strong team player with patience and organisation will thrive in this independent family business.