Apprentice Chef George & Dragon 10511

Type: Apprentice
Region: North West

Programme duration 18 Months

Programme name Level 2 – Commis Chef

Employer description

Uphouse Pubs are a small family run independent pub company. Our colleagues are at the forefront of what we do, and are always encouraged with a culture of support and collaboration. In 10 years we have grown our business organically and now have two award-winning pubs in our portfolio. We hope to grow our pub company in the coming years, but need your help to do it.

Job description

Excellent Apprentice Starting Pay £11.44 per hour

George & Dragon are looking for an Apprentice Chef to join their dedicated team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your career within the hospitality and catering industry.

Within an established business with proven past experience with apprenticeships.

Duties Include:

learning new skills

basic butchery

basic fishmongery

fruit & vegetable preparation

food presentation

basic baking amongst others

use of commercial kitchen equipment

assist in the organisation, cleanliness and food hygiene management of the kitchen.

general cleaning duties

adhering to hygiene standards

stock rotation and replenishment

ensuring utensils are clean

As an Apprentice you will be included on a Level 2 Chef Apprenticeship, which will be delivered by Inspiro Learning, who will support your learning and development throughout your Apprenticeship. This will involve a Regional Trainer meeting you on a regular basis to deliver the training and guide you through your Apprenticeship.

Future Prospects

This is position is the at least the duration of the apprenticeship (18Months) with the possibility of a permanent position offered to a hard working committed apprentice.

Skills required

We don’t require cooking or catering skills, but a desire to work hard, contribute, communicate and collaborate with a team, have a keen eye for detail and a passion to learn about food and gain new skills are essential.

Qualifications required

No formal qualifications are required.

Personal qualities

Presentable, articulate, enthusiastic, assured. A love for cooking and willingness to learn.

Things to consider

Working 40 hours The hours can be unsociable and will include evenings and weekends, and the work can be very demanding. However, the sense of achievement of providing customers with an excellent experience, and getting the instant gratification is hugely rewarding.

As an apprentice you’ll:

have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace