Assisting in the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes
Learning essential kitchen techniques and food safety standards
Supporting the team during busy service periods
Attending college one day per week for formal culinary training
Contributing to menu development and seasonal specials
Training:
Commis Chef Level 2
Day release at Middlesbrough College weekly
Training Outcome:Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress to a full-time Commis Chef role within our team.Employer Description:The Wainstones Hotel has recently undergone an exciting refurbishment, blending modern elegance with timeless charm. Nestled in the heart of Great Broughton, we’re proud to offer guests exceptional hospitality and unforgettable dining experiences. Now, we’re looking for a passionate and ambitious Commis Chef Apprentice to join our revitalised kitchen team.Working Hours :Hours and days to be discussed at interview.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
As a Commis Chef Apprentice at Le Petit Vert, you’ll gain a truly well-rounded chef experience. While the restaurant itself is proudly vegetarian and plant-based, your apprenticeship training with Nottingham College will also cover classical and contemporary cooking techniques, including meat and fish, ensuring you leave with a full spectrum of culinary skills. This means you’ll not only specialise in the exciting world of vegetarian and vegan cuisine, which is becoming more and more popular, but also develop a broader palate and skillset that can take you anywhere in your chef career.
This role is perfect for someone looking to build a solid foundation in professional cookery, while also having the chance to shine creatively in a kitchen that celebrates sustainability, seasonality, and flavour. You’ll have the opportunity to work across a wide variety of dishes, from brunch favourites to inventive small plates, and contribute to menus that change with the seasons.
Your responsibilities will include:
Prepping and organising ingredients for both brunch and evening service
Assisting with cooking, plating, and presentation of dishes to a high standard
Supporting stock control, ordering, and rotation of produce
Learning and applying techniques to minimise waste and support a zero-waste kitchen ethos
Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and health & safety protocols
Supporting with menu development, helping to create seasonal, sustainable vegetarian dishes that appeal to a wide audience
Working with a variety of cooking methods and equipment to build a versatile skillset
Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service and consistency
Developing confidence in customer awareness by understanding dietary needs, allergies, and preferences
Taking part in college-led training to gain additional knowledge of classical cookery, including meat and fish preparation, to round out your apprenticeship experience
Training:Commis Chef Apprenticeship – Level 2
Commis Chef / Skills England
Apprenticeship Standard: Commis Chef Level 2
Functional Skills: English and maths will be provided if not already achieved
Duration: 12months minimum, plus time for End Point Assessment (EPA)
Training Delivery: Weekly College Attendance – one day per month at Nottingham City Hub Campus
This apprenticeship is designed for individuals starting their culinary journey. As a Commis Chef, you will learn how to prepare food and carry out basic cooking tasks across all sections of a professional kitchen, under the supervision of experienced chefs.
Please note that, as this is an apprenticeship standard, you will be required to complete an End Point Assessment to successfully achieve the qualification.
Training Outcome:Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Le Petit Vert is a vibrant all-day bistro and café located in Farnsfield, founded by James and Jennifer Aspell. With a charming French-inspired atmosphere, the café offers a fully vegetarian menu where every dish can be made vegan. Sustainability is at the heart of everything they do, with a focus on zero-waste cooking and seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. More than just a culinary destination, Le Petit Vert has become a beloved community hub, embraced by locals for its laid-back vibe and friendly service. The interior blends vintage French flair with thoughtful personal touches, including marble-topped tables and retro posters adding warmth and character to the space. Ethical sourcing and plant-based innovation define their kitchen, making Le Petit Vert a standout example of conscious hospitality in the East Midlands.Working Hours :Variety of Shifts between opening hours:
Mon & Wed
8:30 - 4:00
Closed Tuesday
Thurs, Fri, Sat
9:00 – 10:00
Sunday 10:00 – 4:00.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
We're on the lookout for a Commis Chef to join our team!
Prep, create and bring our pub menu to life. Got a passion for food? You'll fit right in. From learning new prepping skills, bringing a meal to life for the first time, to owning a section of the kitchen.
As Commis Chef: There's plenty to get involved with whilst growing your career and developing skills that you can take home.
* Experience in a similar Chef role or an experienced KP
* Know or be willing to learn about the kitchen areas and procedures
* Work within a team in a fast-paced environment
* Help to support the kitchen team with the day to day running of the kitchen
* Have a passion to deliver great, hot food to spec each and every time
What comes next is up to you: We'll support you to complete your Chef Development Programme with the goal of becoming a Sous Chef.
What you get from us: You'll be joining a pub company that's been voted - Best Pub Employer (501+ Employees) at The Publican 2024 Awards. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:
* 30% off at all our pubs, restaurants, and hotels
* A reliable hours contract, to give you the security you deserve
* Refuel at work with our £4.50 meal deal option whilst on shift, including popular menu dishes plus a drink
* Flexible and part time hours offered to work around your family or higher education
* Exciting range of high street, online discounts and cashback offers
* Fantastic range of apprenticeship programmes to support your career
* A friendly and lively atmosphere, working alongside passionate and diverse teammates
* Access to Licensed Trade Charity for financial, mental, and emotional well-being support
Come as you are. Personality counts for more than anything else here. We'll accept you and celebrate you for being you. We can't wait to see what we can make happen together. Marston's could be the making of you.
Marston's. Where people make pubs.Training:
Chef Academy Commis Chef Level 2 including Functional Skills in maths and English
Training Outcome:
Marston's offer ongoing training and support and actively encourage their employees to progress
Employer Description:Our menu of quality pub food is served daily and includes a range of expertly-grilled steaks from traditional pub classics done with a touch of flair, to our delicious homemade kebabs featuring a variety of traditional and modern sauces - there's sure to be something to tempt. As a real-ale pub, we also serve excellently-kept cask ales alongside popular draught offerings, specially-selected wines, and soft drinks. And our teas and coffees are the perfect way to end your meal.Working Hours :Shift work including evenings and weekends, exact shifts to be confirmedSkills: Team Working,Organisation Skills....Read more...
Assist in preparing a varied range of foods for a large selection of clients
To be involved in all areas of the events and catering kitchen in Leeds
Preping for Weddings, Events, Corporate Catering and Food Vans
Training:
Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
Training Outcome:
Potential full-time job upon completion of apprenticeship
Employer Description:Since 2001, Salt’s has been bringing people together through food. What began in Leeds as a small team with a big ambition has grown into one of Yorkshire’s most trusted names in catering and fresh food. From the start, our vision has been simple: to make chef-made quality accessible, convenient, and part of everyday life.Working Hours :Typical working hours are 7am start - 3pm finish (workload allowing) 5 days out of 7 but potentially more if required.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Team working....Read more...
1 day per week at West London College (Hammersmith Campus) – building your knowledge and working towards your Level 2 Commis Chef qualification.
4 days per week working in one of our hotels – applying your skills in real-world kitchens under the guidance of our expert chefs.
Earn a salary while you learn, with a guaranteed full-time Chef de Partie role upon successful completion.
Continue your development through our next-level Chef training programme.Training Outcome:Upon completion of the program, you will be offered a full-time opportunity with the Arora Group and put onto our internal training programs for future development. Employer Description:The hotel division was established in 1999 and continues to remain at the core of service delivery and revenue creation. It operates in three different ways as an:
- Arora brand
- Independent brand
- Under franchisee agreements with international hotel brands
Our hotels are located in London, provincial cities and major airports throughout the UK. We thrive on a partnership model with the world’s leading hotel brands such as Accor Hotels, Marriott Hotels, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Radisson Hotel Group and Hilton Hotels and Resorts.Working Hours :Monday in college. 4 days working in a hotel. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Junior Sous Chef – Basque Grill – Central London - 45k 45hours A rare opportunity to develop your career under a Michelin -trained.We are seeking a dedicated and ambitious Junior Sous Chef for a celebrated Basque grill and asador restaurant in central London. This Junior Sous Chef role offers the chance to work with a renowned Head Chef and master the art of live-fire cooking.This is an exceptional Junior Sous Chef position for a chef ready to take the next step in their career within a high-energy, quality-driven environment.The Restaurant: • Inspired by the asador grills and vibrant pintxo bars of San Sebastián • Headed by a renowned Chef with a Michelin background • Focus on bold flavours, shared plates, and premium grilled meats & seafood • Part of a growing, independent restaurant group with a strong people-first cultureThe Junior Sous Chef Role: • Take full responsibility for a key kitchen section • Support senior management in guiding CDPs and Commis Chefs • Uphold the highest standards of preparation, cooking, and presentation • Contribute ideas to menu development and new dishes • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene proceduresThe Ideal Junior Sous Chef: • 1-2 years of experience as a Junior Sous in a fast-paced, quality kitchen • Strong section management skills and a proven ability to lead others • Passionate about grilling, Basque cuisine, and ingredient quality • Meticulous, organised, and thrives under pressure • A proactive team player committed to their own professional developmentBenefits & Perks: • Salary from £40,000 per annum (based on a 45-hour week) • 50% staff discount across the group's restaurants • Increasing holiday allowance (up to 33 days) • Excellent career development opportunities within a growing group • Supplier trips and extensive training opportunities • Generous referral bonuses • Cycle to work scheme and wellness perks • Staff meals provided on shiftContact Olly at COREcruitment dot com....Read more...
Chef de Partie – Basque Grill – Central London – 40k A rare opportunity to develop your career under a Michelin -trained. We are seeking a dedicated and ambitious CDP for a celebrated Basque grill and asador restaurant in central London. This Chef de partie role offers the chance to work with a renowned Head Chef and master the art of live-fire cooking.This is an exceptional CDP position for a chef ready to take the next step in their career within a high-energy, quality-driven environment. The Restaurant: • Inspired by the asador grills and vibrant pintxo bars of San Sebastián • Headed by a renowned Chef with a Michelin background • Focus on bold flavours, shared plates, and premium grilled meats & seafood • Part of a growing, independent restaurant group with a strong people-first culture The CDP Role: • Take full responsibility for a key kitchen section • Support senior management in guiding Commis Chefs • Uphold the highest standards of preparation, cooking, and presentation • • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene procedures The Ideal Junior Sous Chef: • 1-2 years of experience as a CDP in a fast-paced, quality kitchen • Strong section skills • Passionate about grilling, and ingredient quality • Meticulous, organised, and thrives under pressure • A proactive team player committed to their own professional development Benefits & Perks: • 50% staff discount across the group's restaurants • Excellent career development opportunities within a growing group • Supplier trips and extensive training opportunities • Generous referral bonuses • Cycle to work scheme and wellness perks • Staff meals provided on shift Contact Olly at COREcruitment dot com....Read more...
Are you ready to turn your hand to new skills? We're looking for a motivated individual to join our team as an Apprentice Chef - helping our kitchen team make amazing food for our guests.
As part of this apprenticeship, you'll work towards a Production Chef - Level 2 qualification. The training will be delivered in the form of work-based learning and will include functional skills.
Have you got what it takes? You'll be responsible for assisting in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food to company specification with the support and direction of tasks set by the Head Chef.
As a Chef Apprentice you'll:
Ensuring all menu items and specials are prepared, cooked and presented to company specification
Maintaining portion control and ensuring wastage is kept to a minimum
Receiving and checking food deliveries
Assisting the Head Chef with orders, stock taking, food hygiene, training and development of the team
Ensuring that all kitchen equipment is maintained and is working correctly
You'll have basic cooking skills with the desire to learn and pick up new ones. You'll have a good working attitude and enjoy the buzz of working in a busy kitchen environment and able to work a minimum of 30 hours per week.
What you get from us: At Marston's we're one big family. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:
Learn while you earn - gain a nationally recognised qualification and get paid for it!
20% off at all our pubs, restaurants, and hotels
Refuel at work with our £4.50 meal deal option whilst on shift, including popular menu dishes plus a drink!
Online discounts and cashback through our Marston's Rewards platform
A friendly and lively atmosphere, working alongside passionate and diverse teammates
Access to Licensed Trade Charity for financial, mental, and emotional well-being support
What you get from your apprenticeship: The programme will last for 12 - 15 months enabling you to develop through a structured training programme. You'll gain a nationally recognised Standard giving you an ideal grounding for a career in hospitality.
Learning is all on-site, with no need to attend college
Option to attend Chef Academy masterclasses at central venues - digging deeper into culinary skills around meat, poultry, vegetarian, vegan, fish, and shellfish dishes which take place 6 times a year
Ongoing support, help and advice from your manager and our apprenticeship provider
We're excited to see what we can achieve together! #MarstonsWherePeopleMakePubs
View our Chef Apprenticeship opportunities or register for alerts for future opportunities at Marston's apprenticeship vacancies - https://lifetimetraining.co.uk/personal/apprenticeship-vacancies/marstons/Training:Chef Academy Commis Chef Level 2 including Functional Skills in maths and English.Training Outcome:Marston's offer ongoing training and support and actively encourage their employees to progress.Employer Description:We've been running pubs and brewing beer in one form or another for more than 185 years - a heritage that we're incredibly proud of! Today we operate more than 1,400 pubs, bars and hotels.Working Hours :25 hours per week. Shift work including evenings and weekends, exact shifts to be confirmedSkills: Team Working,Organisation Skills....Read more...
Duties to include but are not limited to:
Preparing ingredients, sauces, seasonings and other food items for our varied meals
Supporting the head chef and wider kitchen team with food preparation
Helping with crucial kitchen tasks such as cleanliness and food hygiene standards
Developing your culinary experience to be able to eventually input ideas
Monitoring stock levels
Working as part of a team
Tracking and managing food waste
Training:
You will be working towards a Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship Standard
You will receive on and off the job training and support from an assessor and an Apprenticeship Advisor
You will be required to attend Cornwall College St Austell on a weekly basis as part of the apprenticeship training
Training Outcome:You may wish to progress onto a higher-level apprenticeship.
For the right candidate there might be an opportunity to progress within in the company. Employer Description:Country estates are part of England’s rich heritage and Trenython Manor is an architectural treasure, built in 1872 within the grounds of a private 24-acre estate. The elegant manor house has been lovingly restored and sympathetically converted to a hotel and luxury lodge resort, and many of its historic features, including intricately carved oak panelling, sweeping staircases, decorative ceilings and marble columns, have been carefully preserved. Today guests enjoy the highest level of modern comfort and an array of superb facilities designed to entertain all the family during a short break, spa weekend or longer holiday in Cornwall. Experience the epitome of fine dining and impeccable service at our popular Da Kona Restaurant, winners of the 2024 Gold Award in the Taste of the West AwardsWorking Hours :Tuesday to Sunday 3.30pm to 9.30pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Join a small, professional kitchen team in our charming bistro/café located in the picturesque village of Woburn. We offer a classic British menu, with all dishes freshly prepared and cooked on-site, providing an ideal environment to begin your culinary career.
What You’ll Learn:
Full training across a wide range of culinary skills
Preparation of mains, desserts, baking, and cake making
Exposure to varied daily tasks, not restricted to a single workstation
Barista coffee training from our experienced team
What We Offer:
Supportive team environment with hands-on learning
Flexible working patterns: 4–5 days per week, 30+ hours
Daytime operation – evening shifts are rare
Opportunity to build a strong foundation for a career in catering
If you're passionate about food, eager to learn, and looking for a role that offers variety and growth, we’d love to hear from you!Training:Commis Chef Level 2.Training Outcome:Outstanding opportunity to become a permanent team member with a long-term career.Employer Description:Café bistro, coffee shop, wine merchant. All food prepped and made on site.Working Hours :Flexible to meet the needs of the business.Skills: Enthusiasm,works well under pressure,teamwork,resilience....Read more...
Our menus consists of over 50 everchanging dishes including traditional classics, fresh salads, vegetarian options, fresh fish and A La Carte meals, you will be taught to make these dishes over the course of the apprenticeship
Learn how to make deserts and items for afternoon teas
Prepare vegetables
Make different sauces
Training: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. These qualifications are only mandatory for those 16-18.
East Sussex College will ensure Health & Safety, and Equality & Diversity.
This apprenticeship requires you to be on campus (Eastbourne) once a week for workshops. Training Outcome:
We are looking for someone to work with the business long term.
Employer Description:Listed as Grade 1, The Middle House, Mayfield is a wonderful specimen of Elizabethan architecture, with wattle and daub infill which dates back to 1575. The house was originally built for the financier, Sir Thomas Gresham, Keeper of the Privy Purse to her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 1st.
A private residence until the late 1920’s, The Middle House is now the home of an old-world pub, impressive restaurant and small but cosy hotel.
All our food is homemade and prepared to order; including our desserts and some breads and ice creams.Working Hours :The minimum amount of hours you will do per week is 40 if you are 16-17. The hours will be more if you are 18+.Skills: Team working,Keen to Learn,Flexibility,Ambitious,Hard Working....Read more...
To consistently maintain an agreed high level of food production
To report for duty in good time, clean tidy and wearing the correct uniform
Ensure that all food standards are followed as directed by the head chef
To comply with all aspects of the food handlers guide
To maintain a high standards of kitchen cleanliness within your sectionEnsure there is minimum wastage within the kitchen
Develop a close working relationship with all hotel department
To daily follow guided measures on HACCP, COSSH & Food Due Diligence
Ensure an understanding of product knowledge is maintained and communicate to all relevant kitchen and service personnel
React quickly and helpfully to service staff when handling food service issues or guest complaints
To comply with all policies and procedures as written in staff handbook
Training:Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
12 months + 3 month EPA end point assessment period)
Weekly day release at the Nottingham College City Hub campus
Must be cooking all dishes from scratch and be able to evidence cooking, game, shellfish, soups, stocks
Everything on the recipe log is covered and taught whilst at College but this must also be evidenced within the work place as well
Prior to EPA the EPAO will select 3 dishes / methods for the learner to prepare from the recipe log for their EPA and the employer will need to allow the learner 3 hours in their work kitchen and provide them with all of the necessary ingredients for the dishes / methods selected in advance by the EPAO
Training Outcome:
Progression to full time after completion of the apprenticeship, increased hourly rate, opportunities to learn in other departments
Employer Description:Mour hotel is a 4-star boutique hotel situated centrally on the Sherwood Business Park amongst an array of upmarket businesses and at a stone throw away from junction 27 of the M1. Designed by Amanda Rosa, the imposing building has an American loft feeling offering a quirky, yet luxurious place to meet, dine and sleep. Awarded most stylish hotel in 2006, guests can expect all their needs to be truly catered for in one of our 92 spacious ensuite bedrooms. Every modern amenity has been thought of for the discerning traveller.
The hotel also offers three individually styled conference suites for business meetings or events. With elegant backdrops, wireless internet and boasting natural daylight, these unique suites are the envy of many and are sure to add a touch of individualism to any event. Refreshments are freshly made on the premises and our friendly and helpful staff will happily go above and beyond in order to ensure your stay with us is most memorable.Working Hours :Shifts to be confirmed - Rota.
Attending college on 1 day per week (Tuesday) City Hub campus.Skills: Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
