Job Description
Position Purpose'Earn while you learn' as an apprentice chef at Trump Turnberry. The apprenticeship is a 12-18 month program with assessments being carried out by City of Glasgow College, gaining you a SCQF Level 5 in Professional Cookery.In addition you will have access to masterclasses and learning journeys. The Apprentice Chef is a key role within the kitchen environment. Following the guidance of our senior chefs you are expected to follow instructions in order to produce a high-quality of food preparation and cooking. Your work should be carried out in a safe manner and to the best of your abilities.The position is available to start straight away, the induction at the college is planned for end of June 2025.
Essential Functions
* To work as part of the kitchen team, communicating well with others to ensure a smooth service of food, providing support to others where you can and asking for help if it is required to meet our service standards
* To be aware of all the menu items in their allocated section of the kitchen, to have copies of all relevant menus, recipes and dish photographs as required
* To understand what the kitchen hygiene standards are and to ensure that your working area and fridges meet that requirement
* To respect the food produce at all times, making sure that it is stored, prepared and cooked as instructed, reporting any potential food wastage to the Senior chef
* To clean as you go within the kitchen, keep all work areas tidy and organised, and ensure that the close-down cleaning procedure is followed
* Complete all work as required for the qualification and complete assessments as required.
Candidate Specifications
* Must be eligible to live and work in the UK
* Must be aged 17-24 years of age
* Have a passion for food and cooking
* A proactive, self-starter who is able to work within a team as well as individually
* Must be able to work shifts, weekends, holidays and adhere to our immaculate grooming policy and strict uniform standards
Benefits Include
* Subsidised staff accommodation (if required).
* Access to a meal on duty in the staff canteen.
* Turnberry Friends & Family Rooms Programme - discounted room rates at Trump Turnberry, available to you and your family.
* Discounts available at the Food & Beverage outlets and the Golf Professional Shop.
* Resort Facilities – use of the Spa, Gym and Golf facilities (subject to some restrictions).
* Trump Hotels Associate and Friends & Family Rates - discounted room rates at all Trump Properties.
* Uniforms - a uniform will be provided, and items will be laundered at the Company's expense.
* Employee Assistance Programme – offering a range of Employee Assistance Help Lines.
* Ongoing training and development, first-class hospitality training & Apprenticeship programmes are available.