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Apprentice Commis Chef

The Bulls Head • Level 2 • Chichester, England, United Kingdom • £23.80k - £32k / year • 2w ago

Start your journey at The Bull’s Head! Are you wanting to pursue your culinary journey in a busy professional kitchen? If so, then this exciting opportunity will combine ‘on the job’ training with studying for you Commis Chef Apprenticeship Level 2 qualification.

This entry level position will suit anyone aspiring to become a Chef. Please make sure you read the 'Things to Consider' section below to make sure you are eligible for this apprenticeship.

Learn best practice kitchen operations, food safety, and hygiene, how to prepare fresh ingredients, handle invoices, and create authentic pub classics and specials all whilst studying for your Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship.

As apprentice an commis chef you will gain hands-on experience and learn the best operational practices in a busy and successful kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

Food and Hygiene: Master food safety, health, and hygiene standards.
Health and Safety: Understand EHO guidelines and maintain a safe kitchen environment.
Diary Management: Keep a diary for safe and better business practices, including temperature checks, product labels, and lifespans.
Monitoring and Due Diligence: Learn the importance of monitoring and due diligence in the kitchen.
Communication and Labelling: Improve your communication skills and learn effective labelling techniques.
Colour Coordination: Master the art of colour coordination in food prep.
Fresh Prep: Prepare meat and vegetables from fresh ingredients.
Invoices and Deliveries: Handle invoices and manage deliveries with traceability.
Authentic Cuisine: Cook authentic pub classics like fresh cod, burgers, and more.
Efficiency: Learn to buy products that save time and maximize efficiency for service.
Menu Preparation: Assist in menu preparation and learn signature dosages.
Special Dishes: Create specials that highlight unique ingredients, not just to clear stock.
Stock Taker: Learn stock rotation and manage inventory.

Key Skills

Willingness to learn
Adaptable, Flexible
Team Player
Takes Direction
Friendly
Approachable manner
Basic knife skills
Hardworking
Ambitious
Punctual
Basic food preparation
Resilient

Working Week: 30 hours per week made up of Weekends plus one weekday - Shifts 11am-3pm and 5pm - 9pm plus one day at college per week.

Salary: £11,778 per annum equating to £7.55 per hour for 16- to 18-year-olds in line with the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage. Higher starting salary for older apprentices. See further information below.

Qualifications: GCSE Math and English minimum Grade 2 would be required to be eligible to apply for this apprenticeship. Functional Skills Maths and English may be considered or offered alongside the apprenticeship.

About the Employer: Converted from a 17th century farmhouse, The Bull's Head is a traditional English pub in Fishbourne with a reputation for fine food, excellent real ale and warm hospitality. This historic pub has four rooms for bed and breakfast. For further information go to: https://www.bulls-head-fishbourne.co.uk

Future Prospects: Possibility for a permanent role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. Possibility of further training either with this employer or others.

Things to Consider:

College will be at Chichester Campus so you will need to be able to travel.
Learning will start in October although the job can start sooner.
Work will be at The Bulls Head, 99 Fishbourne Road, Chichester, PO19 3JP - This is a rural location so you will need to be able to travel to work
You MUST BE free from full time education to be eligible to apply for an apprenticeship.
You MUST BE resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to the start of learning and have work authorisation for the UK.
You MUST BE resident in the area local to the apprenticeship opportunity or be prepared to relocate in time to start employment and study.
18-month apprenticeship (training period) including End Point Assessment

Further Information: Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (ANMW): The National Minimum Wage for Apprentices is £7.55 per hour (As of the 1st April 2025). This is the legal minimum pay per hour applying to 16 to 18 year old apprentices and those aged 19 and over in the first year of their apprenticeship. For apprentices 19 or over who have completed their first year and are continuing their apprenticeship, the National Minimum Wage appropriate to their ages applies.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From £11,778.00 per year

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