Summary
We are looking to appoint a Commis Chef Apprentice who is committed to supporting the development of OBH and its pupils, and who are motivated to be part of a busy rural boarding school. We value individuals who work hard and support others, but who are also able to have fun and embrace the joy of prep school education.
Wage
£15,704 a year
Automatic salary increase after 1 year of apprenticeship for those who are 19+.
Training course
Commis chef (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Friday 11 am till 7:30 pm, every other Saturday 6:30 am till 2:30 pm with a 30-minute lunchbreak.
40 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 21 April
Duration
1 year 7 months
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
* Prepare meals, in accordance with agreed recipes and methods
* Present food to a high standard
* Have knowledge of key nutrient groups and specific dietary needs
* Serve food to staff and students, adhering to portion controls
* Contribute ideas for school events
* Ensure the maintenance of a clean and orderly working environment
* Undertake basic record-keeping as required
* Assist in the monitoring and arrangement of orderly and secure storage of supplies
* Operation and storage of catering equipment in accordance with instructions
* Assist in allergen labelling
Essential Skills Required:
* Ability to work effectively both in collaboration with other professionals/teams
* Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to relate to young people and colleagues
* Excellent organisational skills / Time management / Ability to prioritise and organise own workload / able to work to deadlines
* Desire to learn and develop culinary skills
* Approachable
* Reliable
* Well presented
* Flexible with working hours according to the needs of the school
Where you’ll work
Brettenham
Ipswich
IP7 7PH
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
HIT TRAINING LTD
Your training course
Commis chef (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
* Contribute to reviewing and refreshing menus in line with business and customer requirements
* Use technology for the development and production of dishes and menu items in line with business procedures and guidelines to achieve the best result
* Check food stocks, report on shortages, prioritise food that is close to expiry and keep the storage areas in good order
* Prioritise tasks, ensuring food items meet the required quality standard and in the required time frame
* Measure dish ingredients and portion sizes accurately
* Use a range of craft preparation and basic cooking skills and techniques to prepare, cook and finish dishes and menu items in line with business requirements
* Use correct knives and knife skills when preparing food and use the correct equipment when preparing, cooking and finishing food
* Correctly store and use food items and commodities when preparing, cooking and finishing dishes to deliver a quality product that is safe for the consumer
* Apply correct preparation and selection methods when using fresh produce in dishes
* Complete preparation and cooking tasks to a high standard, delivered on time and presented as described within the recipe specification
* Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment at all times, complete kitchen documentation as required
* Work with others to ensure dishes produced are of high quality, delivered on time and to the standard required
* Choose methods of communication that achieve effective team working
* Develop own skills and knowledge through training and experiences
* Deal with team challenges and problems constructively to drive a positive outcome
* Effectively manage resources to meet specifications and control waste
* Follow safe systems of work reporting risks in the appropriate manner
* Contribute to reviewing and refreshing menus in line with business and customer requirements
* Use technology for the development and production of dishes and menu items in line with business procedures and guidelines to achieve the best result
* Check food stocks, report on shortages, prioritise food that is close to expiry and keep the storage areas in good order
* Prioritise tasks, ensuring food items meet the required quality standard and in the required time frame
* Measure dish ingredients and portion sizes accurately
* Use a range of craft preparation and basic cooking skills and techniques to prepare, cook and finish dishes and menu items in line with business requirements
* Use correct knives and knife skills when preparing food and use the correct equipment when preparing, cooking and finishing food
* Correctly store and use food items and commodities when preparing, cooking and finishing dishes to deliver a quality product that is safe for the consumer
* Apply correct preparation and selection methods when using fresh produce in dishes
* Complete preparation and cooking tasks to a high standard, delivered on time and presented as described within the recipe specification
* Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment at all times, complete kitchen documentation as required
* Work with others to ensure dishes produced are of high quality, delivered on time and to the standard required
* Choose methods of communication that achieve effective team working
* Develop own skills and knowledge through training and experiences
* Deal with team challenges and problems constructively to drive a positive outcome
* Effectively manage resources to meet specifications and control waste
* Follow safe systems of work reporting risks in the appropriate manner
Your training plan
The successful candidate will obtain a Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship standard qualification.
More training information
Each apprentice will have a dedicated tutor who will conduct monthly remote tutorials and reviews, providing continuous support throughout the apprenticeship program. Depending on the apprentice’s needs, the frequency of these sessions may vary.
Requirements
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
* Logical
* Team working
* Initiative
* Reliable
* Well presented
* Flexible
Other requirements
Pre-employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider - 'Matrix Screening'. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.