What you will do in your working day
As part of the role you will move through different sections of the kitchen as you improve your workplace skills. You will get to:
* Work in the larder
* Prepare vegetables
* Prepare different sauces
* Work in the pastry section
* Work through all the elements of the Commis Chef standard.
The training you will be getting
* As part of the apprenticeship you will complete the Level 2 Commis Chef apprenticeship standard qualification. You will receive a grade Pass or Distinction on completion.
* In addition to the apprenticeship standard you will complete Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English, if you don't have GCSEs grades C/4 or above or equivalent. The delivery will take place in the workplace and the final exams at one of East Sussex College's campuses.
* The apprenticeship will be delivered fully in the workplace, and you will have assessor meetings every 4-6 weeks and workplace reviews every 10-12 weeks to monitor your progress. There will also be monthly workshops. There is also the option to do weekly attendance at college, but this will be decided upon after interview.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
* Within 14 months the aim would be for progression into a Chef de Partie role.