Kitchen Assistant Apprentice

About the role

Apprentice Chef 🧑‍🍳🔥 | Newnham Court Inn, Maidstone

Hey there! 👋 Ready to fire up your career in the kitchen? We're on the hunt for enthusiastic individuals to join our crew as Apprentice Chefs at the Newnham Court Inn, a vibrant part of the Pub & Grill family. If you live and breathe food, especially the smoky, delicious goodness of chargrilled dishes, then this is the gig for you! 🍔🥩

At Newnham Court Inn, we're all about amazing food, great vibes, and making memories. From juicy steaks to epic burgers, our grill chefs are wizards, and we need your passion to help them create culinary magic. ✨

As an Apprentice Chef, you'll be:

• Whipping up deliciousness: Prepare, cook, and present food that's totally on point and makes our customers rave. 😋
• Keeping it spotless: Maintain top-notch hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen – we’re a team, and keeping everyone safe is key! 🧼
• Teamwork makes the dream work: Communicate clearly with your kitchen buddies to serve up quality meals, fast. 🗣️
• Staying in the know: Get up to speed with our awesome new menus and promotions. 📢

What's in it for YOU? 🤔

We believe in looking after our team, so you'll score:

• Discounts galore: 33% off food & drink for you, 15% for your mates/family across all our brands. 💸
• Support when you need it: Free employee assistance program for mental health, well-being, money, and legal advice. 💚
• Awesome perks: Generous discounts at our Greene King Inns & hotels (hello, weekend getaways! ✈️), retail discounts (up to 30% at Superdrug and more!), and a chance to earn up to £1,500 for referring a friend who joins us. 💰
• Wagestream access: Get a slice of your pay before payday for those unexpected moments. ⚡

Your Apprenticeship Journey:

• Work-based training: No boring college lectures! You'll get hands-on experience with remote and face-to-face sessions, plus a dedicated mentor. 🤓
• Master your skills: Work towards a Level 2 Chef Academy qualification, including Functional Skills in English and Maths if needed. 📚
• Chef Academy Masterclasses: Level up your expertise with four special masterclasses covering different cooking techniques. 🎓
• Regular check-ins: Get feedback and support every 12 weeks to track your progress. ✅

We're creating a place where everyone feels welcome, safe, and like they belong. Come join our inclusive kitchen crew! 🌈

Key Dates: *Please note: This vacancy may close early if we find the perfect candidate.*

Apply Now! Let’s get grilling! 🔥

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors.
• 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.

Skills