Chef Apprenticeship

About the role

Join the Ember Inns crew! 🔥 We're all about that cozy pub vibe – think hearty food, crackling fires, and top-notch real ales, right at the heart of the community. If you're ready to be part of the Inn crowd, we want YOU! 🤩 This is your chance to level up your skills, gain experience, and snag a qualification while you're at it. 🎓

Why you'll love it here:

As a Chef with us, your culinary creations are the stars of the show! ✨ You'll thrive in our buzzing, fast-paced kitchen, working as a solid team. With 19 brands and a massive network of 1600 businesses, your career growth potential is seriously endless. 🚀

What you'll be doing:

• Be the ultimate team player: communicate openly, support your mates, and help deliver awesome food and service. 🤝
• Jump into team huddles and share your brilliant ideas. 💡
• Whip up, cook, and plate delicious food – fast, safe, and to the highest standard. 🍽️
• Handle guest questions and any issues like a pro. 😎
• Keep our kitchen spotless and tidy – details matter! ✨
• Master kitchen setup and close-down, including stock rotation and prep. 📦
• Stay in the loop with all our amazing promotions and new menu items. 📰
• Dive into all our training, e-learning, and get those modules completed. 📚
• Always follow brand rules, licensing laws, and company policies to the tee. ✅
• Keep all your records and cleaning tasks up to scratch. ✍️

No experience? No problem! We'll teach you everything. If you're eager to learn, have a passion for cooking, and want to be proud of where you work, we'll show you how to become an essential part of our kitchen family. 💪

Your Apprenticeship Journey:

With Mitchells & Butlers, you'll be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over 15 months. You'll be in a full-time kitchen role, mentored by experienced chefs, and get paid while you learn. 💰 Not only will you earn a nationally recognized qualification, but you'll also be key to running our kitchens, creating awesome moments, and ensuring our guests always get the best. 💯

What your apprenticeship includes:

• Work-based training: No boring college lectures! We combine in-person sessions with remote catch-ups with your dedicated Lifetime Learner Coach every 6 weeks. 💻
• Workplace mentor: You'll have a go-to person in the kitchen to guide you. 🧑‍🍳
• Functional Skills: Get your English and Maths qualifications (if you don't already have GCSEs or equivalent). ➕➖
• Regular reviews: Every 12 weeks, we'll have catch-ups with you, your manager, and your coach to review your progress and give feedback. 📊

Perks of being part of the Mitchells & Butlers fam:

• Career Kickstart: This apprenticeship is just the beginning! Explore higher-level apprenticeships once you're done. 🌟
• Mega Discounts: Enjoy a massive 33% off across all our brands! 💸
• Share the Love: Get 20% off for your friends and family too! 🎉
• Wagestream: Manage your finances and access your earned pay when you need it. 📱
• Grow with Us: Paid qualifications and loads of opportunities to develop. 📈
• Progression: On average, 200 Chefs get promoted to Head Chef every year! 🔝
• Gym Discounts: Stay fit and healthy with discounted memberships. 🏋️‍♀️
• Team Socials: Work hard, play hard – let's celebrate our wins! 🥳

Important Note: This role requires you to be 18 years or over due to the independent use of kitchen equipment and working patterns necessary for safe and compliant operations. 🛡️

The closing date is a guide; the vacancy might close early if we find the perfect candidate. Apply now! 💖

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
• Have open communication with the entire team to ensure the delivery of outstanding food and service
• Participate in all in-house training, e-learning and the completion of assigned learning modules
• Always adhere to brand standards, licencing laws and all company policies and procedures

Skills