Job Description

The Bakers Arms is a traditional Cotswold pub situated 1 mile form the beautiful town of Chipping Campden.

The Relish Group is a well-established and highly respected event, hospitality and venue business based in the beautiful Cotswolds. At the leading edge of catering and events Relish Group also has an impressive portfolio of restaurants, cafes and bars in and around Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Oxfordshire, all of which share the group ethos of delivering outstanding hospitality.

All our produce is locally sourced, and hand made by our talented team of Chefs. If you are looking to start your career as a chef, please share you interest with us and become our Apprentice Commis Chef.

Alongside your job role in a beautiful location working with great produce and a delicious menu, you will also complete a Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship which will act as the perfect foundation and springboard for your future career in hospitality.

Bakers Arms - Broad Campden

JOB DESCRIPTION - Apprentice Commis Chef

General Responsibilities include but not restricted to:

Under the guidance and instruction of the Head Chef assist in the preparation and cooking of menu items.

To learn, through one-to-one training and development, the skills needed to understand and deliver all aspects of food preparation

As part of the Bakers Arms Team contribute to the development and planning of menus, including identifying future food trends and displaying a passionate approach towards the development of new styles of food service and menu concepts.

Assist with the daily/weekly stocktake which ensure that effective stock rotation is achieved, adherence to use by dates for the production of food are followed and great quality food is produced so not to contribute to wastage.

With the full support of colleagues gain a full understanding of food costing, sales mix and menu planning.

As part of the Kitchen Team participate in the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen.

To understand the importance and significance of food allergies and work meticulously to the company policies and guidelines detailing best practice as instructed.

Be customer focused at all times; approachable and quick to exceed expectations in fulfilling customer needs.

Health and Safety

To contribute to the monitoring and maintenance of consistent food standards and quality across all areas and during all stages of production and supply.

To participate in the HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) procedure according to the principles of effective and efficient Food Safety Management.

To be aware of and support the Kitchen Team's quality control measures that ensure hygiene systems are achieved at all times including weekly deep clean and where applicable closing down procedures after each shift.

Ensure adherence to the company's Health and Safety Policy.

Under the guidance of the Head Chef and as part of your Apprenticeship Training to understand and have a working knowledge of all current Health and Safety legislation and Food Hygiene legislation and to be conversant with the rules contained therein.

Participate in the daily cleaning and weekly deep clean of the kitchen and all food storage, preparation, and cooking areas.

Contribute to the day dotting that is carried out as per the principals of HACCP - Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP)

Participate in COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) training as required

General skills and personal qualities:

A genuine interest in quality ingredients and food preparation. An eagerness to learn new skills and techniques required to create exciting menus from an award winning team of chefs and the wider support team. A commitment to complete a Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship in conjunction to undertaking the role of Apprentice Chef. Enthusiastic, with a commitment to develop your own skills and knowledge in the creation, preparation, and provision of food preparation.
An ability to learn quickly and apply flair and innovation to menu development and food presentation

Respectful manner and able to gain respect from colleagues and customers

Excellent communication skills to enable effective dialogue with all colleagues

Organised and self-motivated, with a commitment to deliver to given targets and deadlines

An understanding that Kitchens are a busy work environment and as such understand you will need to perform well and remain professional whilst under pressure

Dedicated team-player, who strives for excellence and leads by example

Tactful and discreet in all aspects of work

Reliable and an understanding of the importance of good time keeping.

Good oral, written and numeracy skills.

Good level of attention to detail.

Positive and approachable manner.

A Team player with the desire to work in partnership with colleagues in the business.

Weekend and Bank holiday's and evening may be required

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Pay: From 13.00 per hour

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Employee discount
Application question(s):

Why have you applied for this role? How will you get to and from work each day - how long will it take you> Have you understood this is for an apprenticeship and you will be required to undertake training? Do you need to give any notice to any prior employer? Are you Ok with working 40 hour per week including when required weekends, bank holidays and evenings?
Work Location: In person