Commis Chef Apprenticeship

The Commis Chef Apprentice will receive hands-on, on-the-job training in a professional kitchen environment. Training will include food preparation and cooking techniques, use of kitchen equipment, food hygiene and safety, stock control, and maintaining cleanliness standards. The apprentice will work closely with experienced chefs, gaining practical skills, confidence, and an understanding of day-to-day kitchen operations while working towards their formal apprenticeship qualification.

*Assisting with food preparation across breakfast, lunch, and evening service
*Learning basic cooking techniques and supporting chefs during service
*Preparing ingredients (chopping, weighing, portioning, and storing)
*Supporting the preparation of pizzas, main dishes, sides, and specials
*Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety
*Keeping workstations clean, organised, and well stocked
*Assisting with stock rotation, deliveries, and correct food storage
*Following recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards
*Working as part of a busy kitchen team to ensure smooth, timely service
*Developing kitchen skills under the guidance of senior chefs

Training:

Training will be a mixture of learning on site from our amazing chefs and one day per week at the Devonshire Dome, Buxton (Part of the University of Derby)

Training Outcome:

Potential progression onto a permanent Commis Chef role.

Employer Description:

The Cupola opens daily from 9am serving our iconic griddled breakfast, with lunch served from 12pm, including a fully licensed bar. 

The Cupola incorporates a visitor centre, providing information about
Stoney Middleton and the
surrounding area, along with local artisan craft and gift sales

Working Hours :
"Minimum 30 hours, more in busy periods. Monday - Thursday day shifts. Friday & Saturday day/evening shifts. Sunday - day shifts All will be dependant on rotas. Starting times are 8am, finishing at 10pm"

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Creative