Chef Apprenticeship
EGO - Chelmsford · East Of England · CM2 8PN
About the role
Calling all aspiring culinary wizards! ✨ Join our incredible team as a Chef and turn up the heat in our busy kitchens. 🔥 We're looking for passionate individuals ready to dive into the fast-paced world of food creation. With 19 awesome brands and 1600 locations, your journey to culinary greatness starts here! 🚀
Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:
- Team Player: Collaborate with your fellow kitchen stars 🌟 to deliver epic food and amazing service. Always ready to lend a hand and create a supportive vibe. 🙌
- Food Maestro: Prepare, cook, and present delicious dishes with speed, safety, and precision, meeting our high brand standards. 🍽️
- Guest Champion: Handle any guest questions or concerns like a pro, ensuring everyone has a fantastic experience. 😊
- Sparkling Spaces: Keep our kitchens and back-of-house areas spotless and organised – detail is key! ✨
- Stock Savvy: Master setup, close-down, stock rotation, and prep processes. 📦
- In the Know: Stay updated on all our exciting business info, promotions, and new menu items. 📰
- Learning Pro: Embrace all training, e-learning modules, and assigned learning with enthusiasm. 📚
- Rule Follower: Strictly adhere to brand standards, licensing laws, and company policies. ✅
- Documentation Dude/Dudette: Complete all necessary records and cleaning tasks with accuracy. 📝
No Experience? No Problem! We'll teach you everything you need to know. If you're eager to learn, have a love for cooking, and want to be part of something special, we'll show you the ropes to becoming an essential part of our kitchen crew. 👨🍳👩🍳
Your Apprenticeship Adventure: 🎓
Embark on a 15-month Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship with Mitchells and Butlers! You'll work full-time in a dynamic kitchen environment, mentored by experienced chefs, and gain a nationally recognised qualification. You'll be instrumental in keeping our kitchens running smoothly and creating unforgettable dining moments for our guests! 🎉
What Your Apprenticeship Includes:
- Work-Based Learning: No college required! Our apprenticeships are delivered on-the-job with face-to-face sessions and regular remote check-ins with your dedicated Lifetime Learner Coach. 💻
- Workplace Mentor: You'll have a dedicated mentor within the team to guide and support you every step of the way. 🤝
- Functional Skills: Gain essential English and Maths qualifications if needed (GCSE or equivalent). 🧮
- Regular Feedback: Receive constructive feedback every 12 weeks during reviews with your Apprentice, Line Manager, and Lifetime Learner Coach. 👍
Perks of Being Part of the M&B Family: 💖
- Career Launchpad: This is just the beginning! Explore opportunities for higher-level apprenticeships upon completion. 📈
- Epic Discounts: Enjoy a massive 33% off across all our brands and 20% off for your friends and family! 💸
- Financial Freedom: Access Wagestream, a handy financial toolkit to manage your money and get early access to your earned pay. 📲
- Grow Your Skills: Get paid for qualifications and unlock your full potential. 🏆
- Progression Power: On average, 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year! 👑
- Health & Wellness: Score discounts on gym memberships. 💪
- Good Times: Join in on awesome team socials – work hard, play hard! 🥳
Important Note: Due to the nature of kitchen operations and equipment, applicants must be aged 18 or over to ensure safety and compliance with all health and safety regulations. 🔞
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
- Set up and closedown the department including stock rotation and prep and par process
- 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