Apprentice Chef

Type: Apprentice
Region: London

Apprentice Chef – PPHE Hotel Group

We are looking for ambitious

Apprentice Chefs

with a passion for delivering consistent, high-quality food in a fast-paced kitchen. Starting in September 2024 and lasting 15 months, as our

Apprentice Chef

you will receive a training programme which will aim to broaden your horizon and help you to sustainably practice your culinary skills.

? The 15-month Apprentice Chef Programme will be based in our hotels and includes:

Salary: £11.72 plus Service Charge

On-the-job training and guidance

Cooking competitions and supplier visits

Heavily discounted hotel rates (extends to the Radisson Hotel Group and family & friends)

F&B discounts at our restaurants and bars (for your whole party)

30 days of holiday per year – including bank holidays, increasing with years of service

Two free meals per day

Access to 40% of your pay before payday through Wagestream

Recommend a friend scheme – up to £750!

Vitality at work scheme with great gym discounts & more

Ride to Work scheme & free cycling lessons

24/7 employee assistance programme

Rota given 2 weeks in advance

Departmental productivity & service incentive scheme

Benefit Hub – Discounted prices at hundreds of stores, supermarkets, major retailers, attractions, restaurants, and cinemas.

Free dry cleaning for work uniform

Annual Staff parties and events

Company pension plan & award-winning training

As an Apprentice Chef at PPHE Hotel Group, you will:

Possess full-time Right to Work status in the UK (essential).

Have a strong interest in food – preparing and cooking ingredients.

Attend college 1 day per week

to complete your Level 2 Commis Chef course.

Have GCSE English and Maths grades A-D / 3-9 (or equivalent).

Complete tasks relevant to but not limited to the kitchen function in an efficient way, preparing and cooking food orders in accordance with the hotel menu, delivering on time, and liaising with relevant teams to ensure guest satisfaction.

Proactively assists in preparing, serving and storing all products to ensure the best quality, in a cost-effective and efficient manner, considering food costs within specified budgets, and minimising wastage.

Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability when personalising external and internal guests’ needs and the changing demand and priorities of the business.

Create a welcoming atmosphere and personalised service for each individual external and internal guest having an eye for detail and responding appropriately to guest and leadership feedback.

Have previous paid or work experience in a professional kitchen (desirable) or demonstrate a clear passion for the culinary arts.

Share our values: Trust, Respect, Teamwork, Enthusiasm, Commitment and Care.

Renowned for creating memorable moments, we cater to both leisure and business travellers with stylish guest rooms and versatile meeting facilities which are perfectly complemented by award-winning restaurants and bars.

Apply now!