Apprentice Chef
Royal George Hotel (Birdlip) · South West · GL4 8JH
About the role
Apprentice Chef 🧑🍳
Location: The Royal George Hotel, Cotswolds 🌳
About Us:
Nestled on 26 acres of stunning countryside, the historic Royal George Hotel offers breathtaking views of the Cotswolds and is just a stone's throw from exciting attractions like Cheltenham Racecourse and Gloucester Cathedral. Our recently refurbished bar and restaurant are the perfect spot to unwind. We're part of a collection of unique hotels and pubs across the UK, offering cozy comfort, convenience, and top-notch service for every kind of getaway. 🏖️🏙️
Your Role:
Are you passionate about food and eager to create culinary masterpieces? 🤩 As an Apprentice Chef with Core Hotels, your enthusiasm and dedication to crafting the perfect dish every time will make you stand out. With a sharp eye for detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, you'll quickly become a vital part of our kitchen team.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Whipping up delicious dishes that meet quality standards and wow our customers. 🍽️
- Keeping our kitchen spotless and safe – because team and guest well-being is our top priority. ✅
- Communicating effectively with your team to ensure timely delivery of amazing meals. 🗣️
- Staying in the loop with new menu items, products, and promotions. 📰
What's In It For You? ✨
- Awesome Discounts: 33% off for you and 15% for your loved ones at all our brands. Enjoy your faves for less! 💸
- Support System: Free Employee Assistance Program for mental health, well-being, financial, and legal advice – because you're important. 🧠
- Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity and paternity leave. 👨👩👧👦
- Menopause Friendly Employer: We support all our team members. 💖
- Dream Getaways: 50% off for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels. Weekend breaks on us! ✈️
- Refer a Friend: Earn up to £1,500 for bringing talented people to our team. 🤝
- Wagestream: Access your earned wages before payday. ⚡
- Retail Perks: Up to 30% off at Superdrug, great deals with Three Mobile, and more! 🛍️
Your Apprenticeship Journey:
No college required! Your learning will be 100% on-the-job, with a blend of face-to-face sessions and remote team calls with your dedicated Lifetime Learner Coach every 6 weeks. You'll also have a workplace mentor to guide you. You'll gain Functional Skills in English and Maths (if needed) and enjoy regular feedback reviews every 12 weeks.
Chef Academy:
This isn't just any apprenticeship – you'll join our unique Chef Academy! 🎉 Get ready for four masterclasses designed to teach you expert knowledge and technical skills in four different areas of cooking.
Our Vibe:
We're all about CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG. We're committed to inclusion in everything we do, building a culture where everyone feels valued and can thrive.
Important Stuff:
You'll need to be able to get yourself to the hotel reliably and safely. 🚗
The closing date is a guideline. This role might close early if we find the perfect candidate.
Apprenticeship: Chef Academy Production Chef L2 including Functional Skills in Maths and English.
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 to customers on time
- Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions