Apprentice Chef
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Position Overview & Specifications
It's our people that make our pubs special and we think the best hospitality comes from people who can be themselves and show customers their personality.
Benefits:
Gain a nationally recognised qualification which will look GREAT on your CV
Love eating out? You'll get 33% staff discount at Greene King managed pubs
Great working atmosphere - Fun, Laughs and Room for progression & development
Discounts off high-street retail brands that include - Apple, ASOS, John Lewis and many more...
Over 30 funded Apprenticeships available, ranging from Level 2 to Level 7
Responsibilities included in this role:
Prepare, cook and present food to company specification
Keep kitchen clean, tidy and hygienic at all times
Work safely around kitchen equipment and monitor and deal with any maintenance issues
Keep up to date with new products, menus and promotions
Adhere to company policies and procedures and licensing laws
Be involved and contribute at all team meetings
What your apprenticeship includes:
A mixture of face to face and virtual catch ups with your learning coach every 4 - 6 weeks
A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
Feedback sessions to discuss progress
Obtain Functional Skills in English and Maths (if you don't already have GCSE)
At Greene King, you will be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship Qualification over the course of 15 months. Skills Required
None! We are just looking for someone with a passion for hospitality! Personal Qualities
Passionate about developing your skills in the hospitality sector
A willingness and desire to learn
A smart and tidy appearance
High standards of cleanliness and hygiene
A flexibility to work weekends and evenings Reference Code VA/234858 Address Old Colliery Way, Beighton Link Business Park Start Date 25/05/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Restaurants & Cafes
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Apprentice Chef roles across Greene King's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Restaurants & Cafes.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,382 - £22,785 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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