Job title : Apprentice Chef
Vacancy ID : 14046
Postcode : WN4 8TP
Recruitment Advisor : Karen Rotheram
Recruiter email :
address : 2 Walter Street
Hourly rate : £8
Programme Name : Level 2 - Production Chef
Anticipated Interview Date : 2026-11-02 00:00:00
Anticipated start date : 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Employer description :
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Stubshaw Cross Community and Sports Club is the perfect venue for families to enjoy a fun-filled day or evening together. The club serves food and drinks and offers a range of family-friendly activities, including a large children's play area, a retro arcade room, and a spacious outdoor patio for parents to relax while their kids burn off energy. The venue also hosts family-oriented events like pizza decorating nights, ensuring that everyone, regardless of age, has something to enjoy. The warm, inviting environment and diverse entertainment options make it a popular choice for family gatherings.
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Job description :
JOB ROLE
The Apprentice Chef will assist with the preparation, cooking and service of food at the club while developing their kitchen skills and working under appropriate supervision.
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Preparing ingredients and food ready for each service.
- Cooking and plating food to the club's required standard.
- Following recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards.
- Setting up the kitchen and lounge before service.
- Keeping work surfaces and equipment clean throughout the shift.
- Washing and putting away kitchen equipment, utensils, trays and pans.
- Checking and recording fridge/freezer temperatures as required.
- Carrying out food temperature checks and completing relevant kitchen records.
- Correctly labelling and dating prepared/opened food.
- Following FIFO stock rotation – First In, First Out.
- Checking food for use-by dates and reporting shortages or wastage.
- Storing raw and cooked foods correctly to prevent cross-contamination.
- Following allergen procedures and never guessing when asked about allergens.
- Maintaining good personal hygiene and following the club's food-safety procedures.
- Informing the kitchen supervisor/manager of low stock, damaged equipment or food-safety concerns.
- Cleaning and closing down the kitchen and dining lounge properly after service.
To become an apprentice, you must:
- be 16 or over
- not already be in full-time education
As an apprentice you’ll:
- complete a L2 Production Chef apprenticeship standard
- have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
- learn and train for a specific job
- get paid and receive holiday leave
- get hands-on experience in a real job
- study for 6 hours of your working hours
- complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
- be on a career path with lots of future potential
- be entitled to a TOTUM membership, find out more here About TOTUM | TOTUM UK
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Brief Overview of the Vacancy : This is a fantastic opportunity to train as a chef in a local community supported business in a busy kitchen as an apprentice chef achieving a work based qualification at the same time. If you have a passion for cooking and would like to begin your career in the kitchen we want to hear from you so please apply today.
Qualifications required : No formal qualifications required.
Personal Qualities : Good personal hygiene
Able to take direction well
Passion for food and cooking is essential
Able to work as a team member and on your own at times responsibly
Things to consider : This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received and you may be invited to an interview before the closing date. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment.
Working hours/ shift times and days will be discussed at interview.