Hands-on Commis Chef Apprenticeship (Pub Kitchen)

The Cornwall College Group; Newquay; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Job summary

The Plume of Feathers apprenticeship in Mitchell, Newquay offers hands-on kitchen experience and day-release training through Cornwall College. You’ll learn all aspects of modern British pub cooking while working across sections, with guidance from the head chef and a focus on food safety and sustainability.

You will train on the job for 40 hours a week, with wages starting at £16,640 in year one, and rises based on age and agreement.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths or equivalent required.
• On-the-job training with day-release study is provided.
• Apprenticeship leads to further chef qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vegetables, meat, fish, sauces, garnishes and desserts under chef supervision.
• Cook and present dishes to agreed recipes and standards during service.
• Learn each kitchen section and gradually take responsibility for straightforward tasks.
• Check deliveries, label, date, store and rotate stock correctly.
• Follow hygiene, allergen and food-safety procedures.
• Set up and close down sections and maintain clean work areas.
• Communicate clearly with kitchen and front-of-house teams during busy services.
• Attend day-release training and maintain apprenticeship evidence.

Skills

Creativity

Initiative

Teamwork

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths (grade 3/D)

Job description

The Plume of Feathers apprenticeship in Mitchell, Newquay offers hands-on kitchen experience and day-release training through Cornwall College. You’ll learn all aspects of modern British pub cooking while working across sections, with guidance from the head chef and a focus on food safety and sustainability.

You will train on the job for 40 hours a week, with wages starting at £16,640 in year one, and rises based on age and agreement.