Current Apprenticeship Vacancies

A fantastic opportunity to join The Woolpack Inn as an Apprentice Commis Chef!

About Us
We’re excited to offer a vast range of facilities to suit everyone. With a friendly pub, restaurant, bar, alfresco dining, function rooms and accommodation, we are an establishment who caters for all customers with exceptional customer service. Based Islip near Thrapston, the pub has easy access from the likes of Kettering, Oundle, Peterborough and surrounding areas. The apprentice will study one day a week at Moulton College and work four days a week with us at the pub.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the production of high quality, freshly prepared food as directed by the Head Chef.
• Assist with day to day washing up and cleaning as per cleaning schedules and as directed by the Head Chef.
• Helping to ensure that food offer and resultant service facilitates a high quality of customer service.
• Helping to control gross profit by ensuring good portion control and minimising wastage.
• Assisting in the implementation and effective discharge of all relevant statutory requirements within the kitchen department. These include health & safety, food safety and fire safety.

Main Duties:

• Completing your allocated shifts as per the rota.
• Preparing and cooking a high quality, well presented and appropriate food offer as per the menu.
• To ensure that customer expectations are satisfied and where possible exceeded both in terms of food quality and speed of service.
• To ensure excellent and enduring standards of both food hygiene/safety and personal hygiene/presentation throughout the kitchen department.
• Assisting in regular and routine cleaning in line with detailed cleaning schedules.
• Assisting with the completion of and collation of all necessary paperwork. This includes cleaning schedules, food safety paperwork and the collation of delivery notes/invoices as directed by the Head Chef.
• Assisting with effective stock management including stock rotation & maintaining appropriate stock levels as directed by the Head Chef. Chef.
• To undertake such other duties and reasonable requests as required by the business or commensurate with the role.

Closing date is 29th October 2024, please follow the link to apply. Apply here - Commis Chef Apprentice - The Woolpack Inn Application

Fantastic Opportunity to join Old House in Northampton as an Apprentice Commis Chef

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the production of high quality, freshly prepared food as directed by the Head Chef.
• Assist with day to day washing up and cleaning as per cleaning schedules and as directed by the Head Chef.
• Helping to ensure that food offer and resultant service facilitates a high quality of customer service.
• Helping to control gross profit by ensuring good portion control and minimising wastage.
• Assisting in the implementation and effective discharge of all relevant statutory requirements within the kitchen department. These include health & safety, food safety and fire safety.

Main Duties:

• Completing your allocated shifts as per the rota.
• Preparing and cooking a high quality, well presented and appropriate food offer as per the menu.
• To ensure that customer expectations are satisfied and where possible exceeded both in terms of food quality and speed of service.
• To ensure excellent and enduring standards of both food hygiene/safety and personal hygiene/presentation throughout the kitchen department.
• Assisting in regular and routine cleaning in line with detailed cleaning schedules.
• Assisting with the completion of and collation of all necessary paperwork. This includes cleaning schedules, food safety paperwork and the collation of delivery notes/invoices as directed by the Head Chef.
• Assisting with effective stock management including stock rotation & maintaining appropriate stock levels as directed by the Head Chef. Chef.
• To undertake such other duties and reasonable requests as required by the business or commensurate with the role.

Closing date is 29th October. Please click on this link to apply for the role: Commis Chef Apprentice - The Old House Application

Your Primary Purpose

The role of Commis Chef exists to assist the Chef de Partie in the timely & safe production and presentation of food on the appropriate section creating those ‘moments of magic’ for our guests.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the effective running of the kitchen by understanding the rota system and maintaining good timekeeping.
• Safeguard regulatory compliance by ensuring the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, personal hygiene, housekeeping, and safe working practices.
• To complete and follow instructions as directed to ensure the highest standards are always achieved.
• Ensure all health and safety policies and procedures are adhered to ensuring the safety of our guests and team members.
• To maintain the physical product and advise of any issues that arise.
• To maintain standards and consistency in food preparation and delivery to ensure the best service is delivered to our guests.

What We Offer

In return, we offer the opportunity for you to become part of The Falcon Family where our values mean everything to us, and we treat our people as well as we treat our guests. In addition, as well as a competitive salary we offer:

• Generous tronc share – we can’t guarantee it but currently our tronc share is between £2.5k - £6k per annum and we are confident it will get even better!
• Free meals whilst you’re on duty made by our amazing kitchen team.
• Discounted hotel stays for you and your friends and family.
• 50% discount off food and drinks in our restaurant
• Comprehensive training and development
• Pension Scheme
• Free wellness experiences including open water swimming, fitness training and yoga classes.

What We Are Looking For

Your professional skills and experience will include;

• Basic IT skills
• Foundation cooking skills
• Minimum one years’ experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Good knife skills
• Industry knowledge

The level of education and qualifications required for this role are;

Essential:
• English language, written and spoken
• Food hygiene level 2 certification
• NVQ/GNVQ level 2 or Equivalent

Desirable
• NVQ/GNVQ 3
• Food hygiene level 3 certification

The closing date for this opportunity is 29th October, if you have any questions please email apprenticeships@moulton.ac.uk

Please apply for the role here - Application for Commis Chef - The Falcon (Castle Ashby)

About The Falcon Inn - Fotheringhay

Join the award winning culinary team at The Falcon Inn, a vibrant and innovative establishment where passion meets creativity. We specialise in serving pub classics to two AA rosette A la carte menu and pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests. As a growing restaurant, we are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of culinary talent.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Commis Chef Apprentice to join our award winning kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about food and eager to learn the ropes of the culinary world. As an apprentice, you will work closely with our experienced chefs, gaining hands-on experience in a professional kitchen environment while working towards your qualifications at Moulton College one day a week.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of dishes according to our high standards.
• Learn and understand all basic cooking techniques and methods.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean, well-maintained, and organised.
• Support the kitchen team in maintaining a high standard of food hygiene and safety.
• Participate in menu development and contribute creative ideas.
• Receive and store deliveries, ensuring all products are of high quality.
• Adhere to portion and waste control standards to maintain profit margins.

What We’re Looking For:

• A passion for food and a desire to build a career in the culinary industry.
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and safety is an advantage but not essential.
• No prior experience required, just a positive attitude and a willingness to develop your skills.

What We Offer:

• A comprehensive training program with guidance from skilled chefs.
• Hands-on experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• The opportunity to work in a supportive and encouraging environment.
• Staff meals and discounts.
• Potential for career advancement within the restaurant.
• Free access to hospitality rewards, BrightHR and BrightExchange.
• Gratuities and performance bonuses.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to embark on an exciting culinary journey, we’d love to hear from you! Please follow the link and complete the application form. Closing date is 29th October

Start your career with us and cook up a future full of flavour!

Apply for the role here - Application for Commis Chef - The Falcon Inn