Chef Apprenticeship
Cuckoo - Peterborough · East Of England · PE7 3UP
About the role
Chef Apprenticeship 🧑🍳 | 18+ Only | Mitchells & Butlers 🌟
Ready to launch your culinary career and learn the ropes in a buzzing kitchen? We're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team as Chef Apprentices! 🚀
Why This Role?
Due to the nature of the kitchen equipment and operational tasks, this role requires you to be 18 years or older. Your safety and our guests' experience are our top priorities. 🛡️
What You'll Be Doing:
- Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Collaborate with your fellow chefs, supporting each other to create outstanding dishes and deliver top-notch service. 🤝
- Master the Menu: Prepare, cook, and present food safely, efficiently, and to our high brand standards. 🍔🍕
- Guest Focus: Handle any guest questions or concerns with professionalism and speed.
- Kitchen Pro: Keep our kitchen sparkling clean and organised, paying attention to every detail. ✨
- Stock Savvy: Assist with setting up and closing down the kitchen, including stock rotation and preparation.
- Stay in the Know: Keep up-to-date with all our latest promotions and new products. 📣
- Learn and Grow: Actively participate in all training, e-learning, and assigned modules. 📚
- Rules are Cool: Always follow brand standards, licensing laws, and company policies. 📜
- Documentation Duty: Complete all necessary records and cleaning tasks accurately. ✅
No Experience? No Problem!
We believe in potential! If you're eager to learn, have a passion for cooking, and want to be part of an awesome team, we'll teach you everything you need to know to become a vital part of our kitchen. You'll be working towards a Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship over 15 months, gaining a nationally recognised qualification while developing your skills in a real-world setting. Your apprenticeship includes work-based training, regular check-ins with your dedicated Learner Coach, and an in-workplace mentor. Plus, we'll support you in achieving your Functional Skills in English and maths if needed. 💯
Perks of Being an M&B Team Member:
- Career Launchpad: This apprenticeship is just the beginning! Opportunities for higher-level apprenticeships await. 📈
- Epic Discounts: Enjoy a massive 33% off at all our brands and 20% off for your friends and family. 🎉
- Financial Freedom: Access Wagestream, a tool to manage your money and get early access to your earned pay. 💸
- Paid Qualifications: We invest in your development with paid-for training opportunities.
- Progression Galore: On average, 200 Chefs get promoted to Head Chef annually! 🏆
- Healthy Lifestyle: Discounts on gym memberships. 🏋️♀️
- Good Times: Regular team socials – work hard, play hard! 🥳
- Full Package: Pension, 28 days paid holiday, high-street shopping discounts, and even free shares! 🎁
- Support System: A free employee helpline for anything life throws your way. 📞
Hourly Wage:
- 16–20-year-olds: £10.85 per hour
- 21+ year olds: £12.71 per hour
Join Mitchells & Butlers, where we value support, individuality, and fantastic teamwork. Be part of a team that makes every guest feel truly welcome! 😊
Key responsibilities
- Prepare, cook and present food quickly, safely and efficiently to brand standard
- Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen and back of house areas with great attention to detail
- Participate in all in-house training, e-learning and the completion of assigned learning modules
- Have open communication with the entire team to ensure the delivery of outstanding food and service, promoting a supportive atmosphere where you assist other team members whenever possible
- Set up and closedown the department including stock rotation and prep and par process