Commis Chef Apprenticeship - Caulkheads

HTP Apprenticeship College; Newport; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college is seeking an Apprentice Commis Chef at The Caulkheads pub in Sandown. This full-time role underexperienced chefs is perfect for school leavers interested in a culinary career. The successful candidate will receive training as part of a Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship, developing skills in a busy pub environment.

Qualifications

• No specific skills required, just a desire to learn.
• Must be flexible to work weekends & holidays.
• Willingness to follow policies and maintain hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Preparing vegetables, meats, and fish.
• Providing high standards of cooking to meet regulations.
• Assisting other chefs and maintaining kitchen safety standards.

Skills

Passion for food

Enthusiasm

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

GCSE Maths and English at grades A-C (9-4) or Functional Skills Level 2

Job description

A great opportunity has arisen at The Caulkheads pub in Sandown, which has re-opened under new ownership.

Caulkheads are looking for an Apprentice Commis Chef.

This is an ideal position for someone who is leaving school or college , and wants to form a career in professional cookery.

Caulkheads is a very well-known pub in the heart of Sandown, attracting locals and families, as well as tourists visiting the area and those staying at the adjacent holiday park.

As an apprentice Commis Chef, you will take on a full-time role in the kitchen under the supervision of passionate chefs alongside your training.

The successful applicant will be undertaking the Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship with HTP Apprenticeship College.

Please use the following link to find out more about the apprenticeship qualification:

Key Responsibilities:

·Preparing vegetables, meats and fish

·Provide food preparation and high standards of cooking to meet regulatory and legislative requirements around food hygiene and dietary requirements and presentation

·To assist the other chefs

·Assisting with stock rotation and cleaning stations

·Helping with deliveries and re-stocking

·Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards

Desired Skills:

None – We are just looking for someone with passion, personality and a desire to learn and progress within professional cookery.

Enthusiasm - is a must!

Personal Qualities:

·Passionate about food

·Keen to learn and develop your skills within this sector

·Excellent communication skills

·Effective time management (including organising & planning)

·Good interpersonal skills

·Ability to follow policy and procedures

·High standards of cleanliness and hygiene

·A flexibility to work weekends and holidays – this is a Must in any hospitality role

·Self-motivated and capable of working on your own and with others

·A flexible approach to getting any task done

Hours:

The hours will be a minimum of 30, which will increase during busier times and the holiday season.

This will be based on 5 days, including some weekends.

To Apply:

If you are looking to build a career in professional cookery, do not miss this opportunity.

Candidates should ideally have achieved GCSE Maths and English at grades A-C (9-4) or Functional Skills Level 2 in both Maths and English, or may have to work towards this in order to complete the apprenticeship.

Please apply via IW Jobs, and add a covering letter and a CV.

Candidates will then be selected for interview and contacted by HTP Apprenticeship College.

This advert may be removed early if we recieve a vast amount of applicants.