A local Independent School seeks enthusiastic Apprentice Chef passionate about transforming good, local food into something really special and learn the skills of the trade.
The successful candidate will have a passion for learning new skills, a commitment to maintaining high standards, and the ability to work effectively within a team. This position offers a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in a school catering environment.
Duties and responsibilities
Your duties will be:
* Ensure a high standard of food quality and presentation.
* Adhere to training requirements set by both the school and college, developing new skills across all kitchen departments.
* Gain experience across all areas of the school’s foundation units.
* Actively participate in the preparation and serving of meals for school functions and events.
* Understand and implement Nutritional Guidelines in Schools, contributing to the preparation of healthy meals.
* Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with Food Safety Legislation.
* Ensure HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) procedures are followed, adhering to school policies.
* Record food safety documents accurately and ensure compliance with food safety procedures.
* Participate in food production and service during school holiday periods.
* Work collaboratively as part of a team to support the overall kitchen and school environment.
Skills and experience
* GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths.
* Basic key skills.
* Understanding of health and safety principles and safe working practices in a catering environment.
* Willingness to learn how to cook fresh produce to a high standard.
* Prepared to work in a catering environment that requires initiative and self-discipline.
* Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships with children and young people, while adhering to safeguarding policies.
* Understanding of Equality and Diversity requirements.
* Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and visitors.
* Clean and tidy appearance, with integrity, discretion, and a mature approach to the work environment.
* Good communicator, receptive to learning from other team members.
Desirable Criteria :
* Knowledge of Fire Safety Procedures.
* Understanding of Nutritional Guidelines in Schools.
* Competence with Microsoft applications.
* Interest in engaging with young people and different cultures.
* Resourceful and independent, with the ability to manage time efficiently.
Location
Warwick
Benefits
* Competitive contributory pension scheme (employer contributions up to 14%).
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Six weeks annual holiday plus public holidays.
* Staff Fee remission at the Campus.
* Death in Service benefits.
* Free meals and refreshments provided during the working day.
* Free parking on site.
* Use of the Sports Complex for staff.
* A strong, supportive staff community.
* Some flexible working will be considered depending on the vacancy.