Chef Apprentice

Durham University; North East; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in North East England is offering a Chef Assistant (Apprentice) role involving food preparation, cooking, and teamwork. Candidates need strong communication skills and should have a positive attitude. This is a fixed-term position requiring a commitment to training and potential evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes.
• Capability to assist in various food production areas during training.
• Must be a UK citizen or have proof of the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head chef and food production team.
• Promote a positive image of University Catering and the institution.
• Complete weekly training towards the Apprentice Framework.

Skills

Good communication skills

Basic digital proficiency

Recent kitchen experience

Positive 'can do' attitude

Job description

Overview

As a Chef Assistant (Apprentice), you'll work closely with the Head chef and be an integral part of the food production team. Your enthusiasm will shine through as you prepare, cook, and present a diverse range of high-quality dishes following prescribed recipes and training. While you'll primarily work in your designated college/outlet, there may be opportunities to assist in other food production areas during training. Essential criteria include good communication skills, basic digital proficiency, recent kitchen experience, and a positive 'can do' attitude.

Successful candidates are expected to always promote a positive image of University Catering and Durham University.

Specific Role Information

This role is a two-year fixed term role, and to be eligible for an Apprenticeship position, the post holder must be a UK citizen or have proof of the right to work in the UK. Non-UK nationals must have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least three years.

The post holder will be required to work any 5 days out of 7, which may include some evenings and weekends. Typical working hours are between 7am and 9:30pm.

To fulfil the terms and conditions of the apprenticeship, the post-holder will be required to complete training on a weekly basis towards the Apprentice Framework in Commis Chef Standard or Chef de Partie Standard, depending on previous experience.

Working in the catering team requires an element of physical manual handling, which can include lifting and transporting catering equipment.

Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.