Apprentice Chef
Thornton Lodge (Little Thornton) · North West · FY5 5LD
About the role
🔥 Become an Apprentice Chef at Thornton Lodge! 🔥
Step into the vibes of Thornton Lodge, a super chill country-style pub just outside Blackpool. 🏡 Perfect for catching up with mates 🍻, grabbing lunch with the fam 👨👩👧👦, or a cute dinner date 🥰. We're all about classic pub grub and a fully stocked bar. 🍔🍟
As an Apprentice Chef with Greene King, we're looking for someone who's genuinely hyped about food 🍳 and wants to nail every dish. If you've got a sharp eye for keeping things clean and safe ✨, and can thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment 🏃♀️💨, you'll fit right in and become a key part of our crew.
Our pubs are the ultimate hangouts – where friendships kick off, good times are had, and awesome memories are made. 🥳 We're all about high energy, great food, local brews 🍺, and good wine 🍷. Whether you're a local legend, a city explorer, or just passing through, we're the perfect pit stop for a refreshing pint and delicious food in a warm, lively atmosphere. ✨
What you'll be doing:
- Whipping up and presenting food that's on point and makes customers happy. ✅
- Keeping our kitchen spick and span, following all safety rules to keep everyone safe. 🛡️
- Chatting clearly with your team to serve up amazing meals, bang on time. ⏰
- Staying in the loop with new menu items and cool promotions. 🚀
What's in it for you? (The good stuff!):
- A massive 33% discount on food and drinks for you, and 15% for your loved ones! 🤩
- Free support through our employee assistance program for anything life throws at you (mental health, money, legal stuff – we've got your back). ❤️
- Generous maternity and paternity policies. 🤰
- We're a Menopause Friendly Employer. 🌸
- Score 50% off at Greene King Inns and hotels (and 25% for your crew!) for those much-needed getaways. ✈️
- Refer a friend and snag up to £1,500 when they join! 💸
- Access your wages early with Wagestream for those unexpected moments. ⚡
- Loads of retail discounts (up to 30% at Superdrug, Three Mobile, and more!). 🛍️
Your Apprenticeship Journey:
- No boring college classes! You'll learn on the job with a mix of face-to-face and remote sessions, plus check-ins with your dedicated Learner Coach every 6 weeks. 🤓
- You'll have a mentor right there in the kitchen to guide you. 🤝
- Get support for Functional Skills in English and Maths if you need it. 📚
- Regular feedback sessions every 12 weeks with your Coach and Manager. 👍
- Plus, you'll join our awesome Chef Academy! 🎉 Get ready for four masterclasses where you'll dive deep into different cooking styles and master new skills. 🔪
We're all about creating spaces where everyone feels welcome, safe, and like they belong. 🌟 We value inclusion in everything we do.
Vacancy: Chef Academy Production Chef L2 including Functional Skills in Maths and English.
*Please note: The key dates are a guide only. This vacancy might close sooner if we find the perfect candidate.*
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 in order to provide high-quality meals to customers on time
- Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions