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Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship
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Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship at Banquet Country House
Are you passionate about food, eager to learn, and ready to start an exciting career in hospitality? At Banquet Country House, they are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Commis Chef to join their busy and friendly kitchen team.
Banquet Country House is an award-winning establishment specializing in weddings, celebrations, private functions, conferences, afternoon teas, restaurant dining, and special events. With 10 bedrooms and 5 self-catering apartments, they welcome guests throughout the year, and their kitchen is at the heart of creating memorable experiences.
Apprenticeship Overview:
- Salary: £8.00 an hour, Automatic pay increase after one year for 19+ year olds
- Working Week: Thursday 2pm - 9pm, Friday 9am - 4pm, Saturday 2pm - 10pm, and Sunday 10am - 6pm (with breaks included)
- Hours: 30 hours per week
- Duration: 15 months
- Qualification: Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship standard
- Training: Online and in-person training supported by a dedicated tutor
- Location: Roundthorn Country House, Roundthorn, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8SJ
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As an Apprentice Commis Chef, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Assist chefs with food preparation and cooking
- Learn and follow recipes, menus, and portion specifications
- Prepare vegetables, meat, fish, and other ingredients
- Help create food for weddings, banquets, private functions, and hotel dining
- Assist with plating and presentation
- Keep the kitchen, equipment, and workstations clean and organized
- Learn and follow food hygiene, health and safety, and allergen procedures
- Store and handle food safely and correctly
- Work as part of Banquet Country's wider kitchen and hotel team
- Build your skills and take on more responsibility as you progress
You’ll be a great fit if you are:
- Keen to learn and develop new skills
- Passionate about food and interested in cooking
- Hardworking, reliable, and punctual
- A positive team player
- Comfortable working in a busy environment
- Friendly, respectful, and willing to listen and learn
- Happy to get stuck in and help wherever needed
- Committed to completing your apprenticeship and building a career in hospitality
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Qualifications:
- GCSEs in English and Maths at grades 4–9 (A*–C) desirable
Expected Career Progression:
Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
From the Host Employer:
At Banquet Country House, we believe an apprenticeship is about more than learning recipes — it’s about learning the skills, confidence, and experience to build a successful career.
You’ll be surrounded by experienced chefs, working in a varied and exciting environment and gaining experience across some of the most important areas of hospitality catering. From beautiful weddings and special celebrations to afternoon teas, private dinners, and large-scale events, you’ll have the chance to experience it all.
Pre-employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider - 'Matrix Screening'. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
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