Apprentice Kitchen Assistant
Lifetime Training · South East · RG17 0EL
About the role
Apprentice Chef 🧑🍳 | Core Hotels
Got a passion for all things food? 🍔 Craving to create the perfect dish, every single time? That's exactly what we're looking for! If you've got a sharp eye for top-notch standards and thrive in a buzzing, fast-paced kitchen environment, you'll be a star player in no time. ✨
We're all about creating awesome places for you to stay, unwind, and enjoy. Think cosy vibes, super convenient locations, and service that’s second to none. With hotels scattered across the UK, each with its own unique flavour – from chill countryside escapes 🌳 to vibrant city breaks 🏙️ – we’ve got something for everyone.
As an Apprentice Chef, you’ll get to:
- Whip up, cook, and plate food that’s on point with specs and totally wows our customers. 💯
- Keep our kitchen spotless and safe, making sure everyone from your team to our guests stays healthy and happy. ✅
- Chat clearly with your crew to make sure we’re serving up high-quality meals, bang on time. ⏰
- Stay in the loop with all the latest food trends, menu updates, and cool promotions. 🚀
What's in it for you? We love to reward hard work! You'll score:
- A sweet 33% discount on food and drink for you, and 15% for your mates and family! 😋
- Free support from our employee assistance program – covering mental health, well-being, money, and legal stuff. You matter! 💖
- Awesome, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies. 👨👩👧👦
- Proudly a Menopause Friendly Employer.
- A massive 50% off discount at our Greene King Inns and hotels for you, and 25% for your loved ones. Weekend getaways just got way cheaper! ✈️
- Refer a friend and you could bag up to £1,500 when they join! 🤝
- Access your wages early with Wagestream for those unexpected life moments. 💸
- Retail discounts – think up to 30% off at Superdrug, cool deals with Three Mobile, and loads more! 🛍️
Your apprenticeship adventure includes:
- No college needed! Your training is all on-the-job, blending face-to-face sessions with remote catch-ups with your Lifetime Learner Coach every 6 weeks. Plus, you'll have a dedicated mentor right there in the kitchen. 🤓
- Boost your English and Maths skills with Functional Skills support tailored just for you (if you don't have your GCSEs already). 📚
- Regular reviews every 12 weeks with your Apprentice, Line Manager, and Lifetime Learner Coach to track your progress and give you feedback. 📈
Plus, alongside your full-time role, you’re joining our amazing Chef Academy! Get ready for four masterclasses packed with expert knowledge and killer technical skills across different areas of cooking. 🌟
WE'RE BUILDING PLACES WHERE EVERYONE FEELS WELCOME, SAFE, AND LIKE THEY TRULY BELONG. 🧡
We're all about making inclusion a part of every single decision we make. From our people and customers to our communities and operations, we're creating a culture where everyone feels valued and can totally thrive.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
- Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen.
- Communicate clearly with your team to provide high-quality meals on time.
- Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions.