Summary
Northern Skills are recruiting on behalf of The Blue Bell Yarm for a production chef apprentice. This apprenticeship is ideal for someone looking to kickstart a career in professional cookery. You’ll be immersed in the daily operations of a busy kitchen, learning everything from knife skills to menu planning.
What you will do at work
- Assist in the preparation and cooking of dishes to a high standard
- Follow recipes and portion control guidelines
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in all food preparation areas
- Support senior chefs with daily kitchen operations
- Learn and apply food safety and health & safety procedures
- Contribute to stock rotation and waste reduction
- Engage in training sessions and complete coursework as part of your apprenticeship
Training
- Production Chef Level 2
- Weekly online day release
Requirements and skills
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Presentation skills
- Team working
- Creative
Qualifications
- GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4) – desired
About this employer
Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there’s a dish for every desire.
After this apprenticeship
Upon successful completion, we aim to offer the apprentice a permanent role as Assistant Chef, with continued development and on-the-job training.