Commis Chef Apprentice (Dudley Zoo)

TN United Kingdom; Dudley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic culinary team as a Chef Apprentice, where your passion for food will thrive! This exciting role offers a paid apprenticeship with study time, allowing you to gain a recognized culinary qualification while working in a vibrant kitchen environment. You'll collaborate with experienced chefs, learn essential skills, and contribute to maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene. With opportunities for progression and a supportive team, this is the perfect chance to kickstart your culinary career in a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Paid apprenticeship with study time

Opportunities for internal progression

Onsite parking

Meal provided during shifts

Life Assurance and pension plan

Employee Assistance Program

Exclusive discounts and benefits

Qualifications

• Passion for food and cooking with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to maintain quality, standards, and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food, ensuring top quality.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and professionalism.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Ability to work under pressure

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

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Client:

The NEC Group

Location:

Dudley, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

11

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

The kitchen is open!
Do you have a passion for food?
Do you love to cook?

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Chef Apprentice. You will work with an experienced culinary team in all areas of our kitchens. You will work towards a recognised culinary qualification in collaboration with University College Birmingham.

The role requires energy, dedication, and organisation. You will work with passionate colleagues in an exciting environment where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain high standards of specified work according to senior chef instructions.
• Prepare and cook food, ensuring top quality.
• Perform daily and weekly procedures, including temperature checks, food labelling/dating, and storage.
• Identify hazards, report defects, and ensure safety in the kitchen.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and professionalism.
• Assist with acceptance and storage of deliveries following company procedures.
• Familiar with opening and closing procedures of the kitchen.
• Keep the work area clean and assist with hygiene and cleanliness tasks.
• Comply with statutory health and safety, hygiene, fire prevention, and employment laws.
• Be aware of and use workplace chemicals safely.

What we offer:

• Paid apprenticeship with study time
• Opportunities for internal progression
• Onsite parking
• Meal provided during shifts
• Life Assurance and pension plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Exclusive discounts and benefits

Skills and Experience needed:

• Good communication, teamwork, and flexibility
• Ability to work under pressure, standing for long periods
• Ambition to succeed and pride in work
• Willingness to learn and work with the team
• Ability to maintain quality, standards, and cleanliness
• Positive attitude and workload prioritisation skills

The NEC Group values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to fair employment practices and supporting applicants with reasonable adjustments.

Our customers and staff come from diverse backgrounds, making our company stronger. If you share our values and enthusiasm, you'll find a home with us.

If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us.

Note: Due to high application volume, we may close the vacancy earlier than the advertised date.