Apprentice Chef
Basset Hound (Thingwall) · North West · CH61 1AS
About the role
Apprentice Chef @ Greene King Pubs 🧑🍳
Ready to dish up your career dreams? 🤩 Greene King Pubs is on the hunt for passionate Apprentice Chefs who live and breathe amazing food and are driven to create culinary perfection every single time. If you've got a sharp eye for detail, love the buzz of a busy kitchen, and want to be a key player in our awesome team, this is your moment! ✨
Our pubs are legendary spots – where friendships are forged, love stories begin, celebrations happen, and where memories with mates and family are made. 🎉 We’re all about that vibrant atmosphere, top-notch food, and the finest local ales and wines. Whether you're a local legend or exploring, our pubs are the ultimate pit stops for a cracking pint and delicious grub in a welcoming, energetic vibe. 🍻
As an Apprentice Chef, you'll be:
- Whipping up magic: Prepare, cook, and present food that's on point and totally wows our customers. 🍔
- Keeping it spotless: Master kitchen hygiene and safety rules to ensure everyone stays safe and sound. 🧼
- Team player extraordinaire: Communicate like a pro with your squad to get those high-quality meals out to customers, pronto! 🗣️
- Staying in the loop: Keep your finger on the pulse with all our fresh new products, menu updates, and cool promotions. 🚀
What's in it for you? We've got you covered!
- Foodie perks: Score 33% off all our brands for you and 15% for your fave people. Eat well, save big! 💸
- Your well-being matters: Access our FREE employee assistance programme for mental health, financial, and legal support. We've got your back. ❤️
- Family friendly: Awesome maternity and paternity policies because we know life happens. 🤰
- Menopause Friendly Employer: We support you through every stage.
- Getaway discounts: Enjoy 50% off at Greene King Inns and hotels for you, and 25% for your loved ones. Weekend vibes, sorted! 🏨
- Refer a friend: Know someone awesome who’d smash this role? Earn up to £1,500 when they join! 🤝
- Wagestream: Get early access to your earned wages – for those unexpected moments. 💰
- Retail therapy: Grab up to 30% off at Superdrug, sweet deals with Three Mobile, and tons more! 🛍️
Your Apprenticeship Journey:
No boring lectures here! This is work-based training with a mix of face-to-face sessions and remote calls with your dedicated Learner Coach every 6 weeks. Plus, you'll have an in-house mentor to guide you. 🎓
- Level up your skills: Gain Functional Skills in English and Maths, with support tailored just for you (if you need it!).
- Regular check-ins: Get feedback and support every 12 weeks with your Coach and Manager.
- Join the Chef Academy: Alongside your full-time role, dive into our exclusive Chef Academy! Attend four killer masterclasses to master expert knowledge and advanced techniques in different cooking areas. 💯
We're all about creating places where everyone feels WELCOME, SAFE, and like they BELONG. 🌈 We champion inclusion in everything we do – for our people, our customers, our communities, and beyond. Let's build a culture where everyone thrives! 💪
Key responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present food to specifications and customer expectations
- Maintain kitchen hygiene levels and safety regulations
- Communicate clearly with the team to provide high-quality meals on time
- Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions