Summary
Join The Pink Pig Farm as a Production Chef Apprentice! Gain hands-on experience in a busy farm kitchen, preparing fresh, locally sourced dishes. Develop essential cooking techniques, work as part of a team, and learn industry standards. Perfect for those passionate about food and eager to kickstart a culinary career.
Wage
£10,207.60 a year
Training course
Production chef (level 2)
Hours
Working Rota: Thursday - Sunday 8am - 3pm.
26 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 31 March
Duration
1 year 3 months
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
* Assist in the preparation of fresh ingredients, including chopping, slicing, and portioning, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish
* Prepare, cook, and present a variety of dishes following recipes and quality standards, ensuring high presentation and taste
* Follow all food hygiene and safety regulations, including proper food storage, cleaning routines, and allergen awareness, to maintain a safe working environment
* Assist with stock checks, rotation, and storage to minimize waste and ensure the availability of fresh ingredients
* Work collaboratively with kitchen staff, front-of-house teams, and suppliers to ensure smooth kitchen operations
* Adhere to all health and safety procedures, including proper use of kitchen equipment, safe knife handling, and fire safety protocols
* Assist with plating and serving during peak service times, ensuring quick and efficient food delivery to customers
* Engage in structured training, learning new cooking techniques, kitchen management skills, and professional development opportunities
* Occasionally interact with customers, answering questions about menu items and ensuring a positive dining experience
* Handle busy service periods, unexpected challenges, and changes in kitchen operations with a proactive and flexible approach
Where you’ll work
HOLME HALL
HOLME
SCUNTHORPE
DN16 3RE
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
TEC PARTNERSHIP
Your training course
Production chef (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
* Check, prepare, assemble, cook, regenerate, hold and present food meeting the needs of the customers and maintaining organisational standards and procedures.
* Use kitchen tools and equipment correctly to produce consistently high quality dishes according to specifications.
* Take responsibility for the cleanliness, organisation and smooth running of the work area.
* Produce dishes to suit individuals’ specific dietary, religious and allergenic needs as required.
* Operate within all regulations, legislation and procedural requirements.
* Complete and maintain documentation to meet current legislative guidelines.
* Use effective methods of communication with all colleagues, managers and customers to promote a positive image of yourself and the organisation.
* Work in a fair and empathetic manner to support team members while offering a quality provision.
* Work to ensure customer expectations are met.
* Work collaboratively to uphold the vision, values and objectives of the organisation.
* Use technology appropriately.
* Maintain quality and consistency in food production by using resources in line with organisations’ financial constraints, style, specifications and ethos.
* Identify own learning style, personal development needs and opportunities and take action to meet those needs.
* Use feedback positively to improve performance.
Your training plan
This apprenticeship is delivered wholly in the workplace, the successful candidate will not need to attend any weekly sessions at the Grimsby Institute unless maths or English is required as part of the apprenticeship.
More training information
* Level 2 Production Chef
* A bespoke programme of technical and vocational training
* Functional skills in maths and English if applicable
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 3/D)
* Maths (grade 3/D)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Presentation skills
* Number skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Creative
* Initiative
* Patience
Other requirements
Prior to applying please ensure you are able to get to and from this workplace within the operating hours Please be aware as the first part of the process you will be asked to complete a Learner Form and online assessments in English and Maths. You will receive one to one Information, Advice and Guidance with one of the Learner Engagement Team.