Chef Apprenticeship
Toby Carvery - Wickford - Runwell · East Of England · SS11 7QJ
About the role
🔥 Join the Toby Carvery Kitchen Crew & Kickstart Your Culinary Career! 🔥
Hey food lovers! 👋 Love a perfectly crispy roast potato? Obsessed with giant homemade Yorkies? 🤩 If you're 18 or over and ready to dive into the heart of a buzzing kitchen, Toby Carvery wants YOU! We're not just about Sunday roasts; we're about creating awesome food experiences every single day. 💯
As a Chef 👨🍳👩🍳, you'll be the maestro behind the dishes that keep our guests coming back for more. Get ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment where teamwork is key, and every day is a new adventure. With 19 brands and over 1600 businesses under our belt, your opportunities to learn and grow are seriously endless. 🚀
What You'll Be Doing:
- Spill the tea (or gravy!) 🗣️: Communicate openly with the whole team to serve up amazing food and service, always supporting your mates.
- Share your genius 💡: Jump into team meetings and drop your brilliant ideas.
- Cook up a storm ⚡: Prepare, cook, and plate food super quickly, safely, and to our high standards.
- Guest hero 🦸♀️🦸♂️: Handle any guest questions or issues like a pro.
- Spotless zone ✨: Keep the kitchen and back of house sparkling clean and organised.
- Prep like a boss 💪: Get the department ready for service and pack down like a champ, managing stock and prep.
- Stay in the know 🧠: Keep up with all our business updates, promos, and new menu items.
- Level up your skills 🎓: Dive into all our training, from online modules to hands-on learning.
- Play by the rules ✅: Always follow brand standards, licensing laws, and company policies.
- Paperwork power 📝: Complete all necessary documentation, including due diligence and cleaning logs.
No Experience Needed! Seriously, we’ll teach you everything you need to know. If you're keen to learn, have a passion for cooking, and want to be part of something awesome, we’ll show you the ropes to becoming a kitchen superstar. ⭐
Your Awesome Apprenticeship Journey:
Join us on a 15-month Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship! You'll be working full-time in our kitchen, mentored by experienced chefs, and earning a nationally recognised qualification. 🥳 You won't need to go to college; it's all work-based training with regular check-ins from your dedicated Learner Coach and an in-house mentor. Plus, you'll get support to nail your Functional Skills in English and Maths if needed. 📚
Why Mitchells & Butlers is the Place to Be:
- Career Launchpad: This apprenticeship is just the beginning! Explore higher-level apprenticeships and climb the ladder. 🪜
- Mega Discounts: Get a massive 33% off at ALL our brands, and 20% off for your friends and family. 💸
- Financial Freedom: Wagestream gives you access to your earned pay when you need it. 💰
- Paid Qualifications: Grow your skills with more paid-for training opportunities.
- Progression Guaranteed: Around 200 of our Chefs get promoted to Head Chef every single year! 🏆
- Gym Perks: Discounts on gym memberships to keep you fit. 💪
- Epic Team Socials: Work hard, play hard! 🎉
This is your chance to get paid, get qualified, and get your career cooking! 🔥
Closing Date: (Guide only - vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found.)
Qualification: Chef Academy Production Chef Level 2, including Functional Skills in Maths and English.
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.
- Set up and closedown the department including stock rotation and prep and par process.
- Always adhere to brand standards, licencing laws and all company policies and procedures.