Summary
Join The White Horse Inn as an Assistant Chef Apprentice! Support our kitchen team with food prep, cooking, and maintaining high hygiene standards while learning on the job. You'll study the Hospitality Team Member Apprenticeship, gaining valuable skills and industry knowledge in a vibrant local pub.
Annual wage
£13,312 a year
Training course
Hospitality team member (level 2)
Hours
Shift pattern to be confirmed. Operating hours: Monday - Thursday, 12.00pm - 10.00pm. Friday - Saturday, 12.00pm - 11.00pm. Sunday, 12.00pm - 8.00pm.
40 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 27 January
Duration
1 year
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, cooking, and presentation of a variety of dishes, ensuring they meet customer expectations and business standards.
* Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene by cleaning equipment, washing up, and sanitising workstations according to kitchen protocols.
* Follow food safety and kitchen procedures, including proper handling and storage of ingredients to maintain quality and prevent contamination.
* Support with basic food processing tasks such as preparing sandwiches, bar snacks, desserts, toasted items, and other light bites as required.
* Aid in stock rotation and ensure all ingredients are correctly labelled and stored to minimise waste and adhere to food safety guidelines.
* Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations, especially during busy service periods.
* Take direction from senior chefs to learn and develop culinary techniques, gaining practical experience alongside formal apprenticeship training.
* Participate in menu planning and contribute ideas for dishes and specials when appropriate.
* Assist with food regeneration tasks such as reheating or reassembling pre-prepared items to serve customers efficiently.
* Handle equipment responsibly, ensuring proper usage, maintenance, and prompt reporting of any faults or damages.
* Develop an understanding of The White Horse Inn's menu, values, and customer expectations to contribute effectively to the overall dining experience.
* Demonstrate a commitment to personal development by attending apprenticeship training sessions, completing coursework, and applying learned skills in the kitchen.
* Work with the team to manage service quality, responding to feedback and adapting practices to meet customer needs.
* Promote a positive and inclusive working environment, showing respect and support to all team members.
* Follow all health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment for both staff and customers.
Where you’ll work
SEA DYKE WAY
MARSHCHAPEL
GRIMSBY
DN36 5SX
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
Hospitality team member (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
* Level 2 Hospitality Team Member
* A bespoke programme of technical and vocational training
* Functional skills in Maths and English*if applicable
More training information
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.
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
* 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.