Apprentice Commis Chef

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- Dundee

Working hours: 40hrs per week

Working pattern: 5days over 7days

Salary: £13.45 per hour

Qualification: Diploma in Professional Cookery at SCQF Level 5

Finished school or college? Passionate about food and interested in becoming a chef?

This is an opportunity to earn a wage, gain an industry-recognised qualification and develop practical kitchen skills within Heritage Portfolio, part of Sodexo Live!

As an Apprentice Commis Chef, you will work alongside experienced chefs across our leisure and event venues in Scotland.

You will learn how to prepare, cook and present high-quality food while building the confidence, knowledge and experience needed to begin a successful career in hospitality.

You do not need to be an experienced chef.

We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in food, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

You will work towards a Chef Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 5, delivered in partnership with MGT Training
.

The programme is expected to take approximately 12 months to complete. Upon successful completion, you will achieve a Diploma in Professional Cookery at SCQF Level 5 (GV6X 45).

Most of your development will take place in the kitchen as part of your normal working week. You will learn through practical experience, supported by your manager, workplace team and apprenticeship trainer.

Alongside your day-to-day kitchen experience, you may also have opportunities to take part in:

• Culinary masterclasses
• Cohort learning activities
• Workplace assessments
• Experience supporting events and different hospitality services
• Additional culinary development opportunities

• A fully supported Chef Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 5
• A Diploma in Professional Cookery at SCQF Level 5
• Paid experience within a professional kitchen team
• Practical training in food preparation, cooking and presentation
• Experience working across leisure, hospitality and event environments
• Support from experienced chefs, your manager and an apprenticeship trainer
• Opportunities to attend masterclasses, supplier visits and development activities
• The skills and confidence to progress your career with Heritage Portfolio and Sodexo

You will work as part of a busy professional kitchen team, supporting the preparation and delivery of high-quality food for our customers, clients and event guests. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing ingredients, dishes and menu items under the guidance of experienced chefs
• Washing, chopping, weighing and portioning ingredients
• Learning how to cook and present food to the required standard
• Following menus, recipes and portion controls
• Supporting food production and service across leisure venues and events
• Preparing kitchen and service areas before busy periods
• Following food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures
• Checking food temperatures, labelling products and rotating stock correctly
• Keeping kitchen areas clean, safe and organised
• Using kitchen equipment and cleaning materials safely
• Reporting damaged equipment or maintenance issues to your manager
• Completing apprenticeship learning, training and workplace assessments
• Continuing to develop your culinary knowledge, practical skills and confidence

You do not need previous professional kitchen experience. What matters most is your attitude, reliability and interest in learning. We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine interest in food and developing a career as a chef
• Is willing to work towards the Chef Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 5
• Is curious, motivated and happy to learn through practical experience
• Can listen to instructions and ask questions when support is needed
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Can remain positive and helpful during busy services
• Takes pride in completing tasks carefully and to a good standard
• Understands the importance of punctuality, reliability and personal presentation
• Is willing to follow food safety, health and safety and hygiene procedures
• Can work flexibly to support the needs of the venue and its events

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