Are you passionate about food and looking for your
first step as a chef?
Do you want to develop your cooking skills, earn while
you learn, and kickstart your chef career?
Here at The QHotels Collection, we are looking for an
enthusiastic Apprentice Chef who wants to start their culinary journey in the
best hands.
The important stuff:
Chef whites provided
Free health club membership (T&Cs apply)
Discounts across The QHotels Collection
Family & Friends discounts in hotels across The QHotels Collection
Support with training & professional qualifications, including course fees!
Various learning & development available
Access to an Employee Assistance Program – Hospitality Action
Refer a friend scheme
FREE parking
AND……much, much more!
Training Course – Commis
Chef
Hours
Shifts are allocated on a rota system working 40 hours over
5 days in a 7-day working week. There is an opportunity to work overtime during
busy periods if you are 18 or over.
What will I do?
As an apprentice, you will be part of The QHotels
Collection, gaining hands-on experience from both the Head Chef and Apprentice
Provider. You will develop new skills and work alongside other members of the
kitchen team. Your responsibilities will include supporting the restaurant
operations and occasionally assisting with banqueting for larger events.
* Assist
in the preparation and cooking of meals for our guests
* Follow
brand standards and recipe specifications
* Work
as part of the kitchen team to meet quality standards
* Be
flexible to work late or unsociable hours as needed
* Maintain
a clean and organised kitchen workstation
* Stand
and move around for most of the day
Your training plan
You will have the opportunity to learn alongside long
standing chef specialists in their field as part of our collaboration with Chef
Benson-Smith Academy during your 12-month training programme to achieve an
accredited Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship and have the opportunity to
progress to a Level 3 Chef-de-Partie.
Is this the role for me?
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with a strong
interest in cooking to join our dynamic kitchen team. No prior experience is
necessary, as we value passion and a willingness to learn above all. If you are
passionate about cooking and eager to develop your skills in a professional
kitchen, we would love to hear from you!
Desired qualifications
* GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C/4
or above) desirable
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Team working
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
* Physical fitness - you will be on your feet all day and moving around in the kitchen
Other Requirements
* A genuine passion for food and cooking
* An eagerness to learn and development new skills
* Commitment to working flexible hours, which may
include early mornings, late nights, and weekends
* Must be eligible to live and work in the UK
If you are ready to begin your chef journey with us and you
can give your energy and commitment to achieving success with us, then we want
to hear from you.
Curious to find out more?
Chesford Grange Hotel & Spa is located in Kenilworth, close to Warwick and is a 4*, 205-bedroom property. Our hotel has The River Room restaurant, the Manor & terrace bar, and we offer afternoon tea as well as private dining and meetings and event spaces. The leisure facilities include a gym, pool, steam room, and a relaxing Elemis spa.
The QHotels Collection are proud to be a Disability
Confident employer, and we are committed to
diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all. We believe everyone should be
treated equal so should you require any reasonable adjustments to any stage of
the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let us know so we can make
the changes accordingly.
The QHotels Collection proudly supports the UK Armed Forces
and have signed the Armed Forces Covenant achieving the Silver
Award.