Apprentice Chef

At Alford Manor House, we’re passionate about great food and friendly, professional service. As our new apprentice you will assist our Head Chef with a variety of varied and interesting duties:

Help with preparing ingredients for a range of different meals Cook and present dishes to recipe and quality guidelines, ensuring every plate looks and tastes great Maintain food hygiene standards, including correct storage, cleaning allergen awareness, date and temperature checks Batch cookery and preparations Support stock rotation As well as food preparation you will also assist with front of house service within the tearoom, bar and table service during functions and events Follow all safety practices – from safe knife handling to correct use of kitchen equipment Take part in structured training to build your skills, kitchen know-how, and career potential Handle fast-paced service and last-minute changes with a calm, flexible attitude Assisting with cleaning and washing-up All other associated duties as required

Training:

All delivery for this apprenticeship will take place within your place of work at Alford Manor House. A dedicated Vocational Trainer will visit on average once every 4 weeks, to establish a personal learning and development plan, outlining a schedule of training activities and objectives.

You will complete a mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops, face to face training and working towards creating a portfolio of relevant practical evidence. You’ll also be supported by your colleagues at all times, and will be mentored and trained constantly.

You will have a review every 8-12 weeks with your Head Chef and Trainer to discuss your progress.

Training Outcome:

This apprenticeship programme provides a fantastic opportunity for apprentices to build a strong foundation of practical cookery skills. The apprenticeship will lead to a permanent job role for the right candidate.

Employer Description:

Alford Manor House is a remarkable and inspiring place to work, offering a unique blend of history, community spirit and fresh, locally sourced food. As one of the country’s rare composite buildings, its Georgian, Victorian and original 1611 features create a truly special setting, complemented by beautiful seasonal gardens and a vibrant programme of exhibitions and events. The on-site tea rooms and kitchen, proudly rated Grade 5 for hygiene, make use of produce grown in the Manor House gardens and supplied by trusted local businesses, ensuring high-quality ingredients every day. Working here means being part of a friendly, dedicated team that supports each other while delivering excellent food and service to visitors. It’s an opportunity to develop your skills in a distinctive heritage environment where there is always something new to experience.

Working Hours :
Hours and days of work can vary, due to the different seasonal opening times of Alford Manor House. Work will include days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays (see below for a full breakdown on opening days and times).

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Physical fitness,Keen to learn,Awareness of food safety,Awareness of food hygiene,Friendly and professional,Passionate,Genuine interest