Chef Apprenticeship
O'Neill's - Watford · London · WD17 1ET
About the role
Join our dynamic kitchen team as a Chef and be part of a company with 19 awesome brands and over 1600 businesses! 🚀 We're looking for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and love creating delicious food that keeps guests coming back. 🤩
Age Requirement: Please note, due to the nature of this role, you must be 18 or over. This is to ensure safe and compliant operation of kitchen equipment and working patterns. 💯
What You'll Do:
- Collaborate openly with the entire team to deliver outstanding food and service, fostering a supportive atmosphere and assisting colleagues.🤝
- Actively participate in team meetings and share your valuable ideas.💡
- Prepare, cook, and present food with speed, safety, and efficiency, meeting our brand standards. 🍽️
- Handle guest queries and complaints promptly and professionally. 👂
- Maintain impeccable cleanliness and tidiness in the kitchen and back-of-house areas.✨
- Manage department setup and close down, including stock rotation and prep processes. 📦
- Stay informed about business updates, promotions, and new products. 📢
- Engage in all in-house training, e-learning, and complete assigned learning modules. 📚
- Uphold brand standards, licensing laws, and all company policies and procedures. ✅
- Complete all necessary documentation, due diligence records, and daily/weekly cleaning tasks. 📝
No experience? No problem! We'll teach you everything! 🙌 If you're eager to learn, passionate about cooking, and proud to work with us, we'll guide you to become a vital member of our kitchen family.
Your Apprenticeship Journey:
You'll work towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over 15 months. This is a full-time role in the kitchen, learning alongside experienced chefs. You'll gain a nationally recognised qualification while supporting our kitchen operations and creating amazing culinary experiences. 👨🍳👩🍳
What Your Apprenticeship Includes:
- Work-based training with a Lifetime Learner Coach (face-to-face and remote sessions every 6 weeks) and an in-workplace mentor. 🧑🏫
- Functional Skills in English and Maths (if needed). ➕➖
- Regular reviews (every 12 weeks) with your Apprentice, Line Manager, and Lifetime Learner Coach. 👍
Benefits of Joining Mitchells & Butlers:
- Career Growth: This is just the start! Opportunities for higher-level apprenticeships and career progression are plentiful. 📈
- Awesome Discounts: A massive 33% off across all our brands, plus 20% off for friends and family! 🎉
- Financial Wellbeing: Wagestream - access your earned pay when you need it. 💰
- Paid Qualifications: We invest in your development with paid qualifications. 🏆
- Progression: On average, 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef annually! 🌟
- Gym Discounts: Stay healthy and active. 💪
- Team Socials: Work hard, play hard! 🥳
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.
- Participate in all in-house training, e-learning and the completion of assigned learning modules.
- Have open communication with the entire team to ensure the delivery of outstanding food and service, promoting a supportive atmosphere where you assist other team members whenever possible.
- Always adhere to brand standards, licencing laws and all company policies and procedures.