Apprentice Chef
Dartbridge Inn (Buckfastleigh) · South West · TQ11 0JR
About the role
🔥 Apprentice Chef with Community Pubs 🧑🍳
Got a passion for flavour and a drive to create awesome dishes? We're looking for you to join our buzzing kitchen team at Community Pubs! If you love the fast-paced vibe of a busy service and obsess over making every plate perfect, you'll fit right in.
Community Pubs are where local legends are made! 🤝 We're all about good times, great food, and making people feel right at home. Think welcoming, lively, and full of character – that's us! Backed by the amazing heritage of Greene King, we serve up genuine hospitality that makes everyone feel like they belong.
As an Apprentice Chef, you'll:
- Whip up and plate delicious food that hits the spot every time. 🍔
- Keep our kitchen sparkling clean and safe for everyone. ✨
- Chat with your crew to get top-notch meals to our customers, pronto! ⏱️
- Stay in the loop with all the cool new menu items and deals. 🤩
What's in it for you?
- 💸 Awesome discounts: 33% off food & drink for you, 15% for your mates and family across all our brands! Plus, 50% off at Greene King Inns & hotels for epic getaways.
- 🧠 Free support: Our Employee Assistance Program has your back with mental health, financial, and legal advice. 💚
- 🤰 Family perks: Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies.
- 💰 Refer a friend: Bag up to £1,500 when you bring someone awesome onto the team!
- 📱 Wagestream: Get early access to your earned wages when you need them.
- 🛍️ Retail therapy: Score up to 30% off at Superdrug and loads of other discounts.
Your Apprenticeship Journey:
- No boring college days! 🎉 We're all about hands-on, work-based training with face-to-face and remote sessions with your dedicated Lifetime Learner Coach.
- You'll have a workplace mentor cheering you on. 🚀
- Gain essential English & Maths skills (Functional Skills) if you need them, with personalized support.
- Regular catch-ups every 12 weeks with your Coach and Manager to chat progress and get feedback.
- PLUS, you'll join our exclusive Chef Academy! 🎓 Get ready for four masterclasses to level up your culinary game in different cooking styles.
We're building places where everyone feels welcome, safe, and like they truly belong. 💖 We celebrate differences and want everyone to feel valued and able to shine!
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 on time.
- Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions.