At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on kitchen experience and learn from expert chefs while preparing delicious dishes.
- Company: The George, a charming gastro pub in the picturesque village of Brailes.
- Benefits: Earn while you train, develop essential skills, and enjoy a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Full-time role with excellent training and career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Kickstart your culinary career and work with fresh, local ingredients in a dynamic kitchen.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths (4 or above) and a passion for cooking.
The predicted salary is between 15000 - 20000 £ per year.
Introduction
Start your career as a Commis Chef at The George in Brailes - gain hands‑on kitchen experience, learn from expert chefs, and build essential skills in a supportive, professional environment while earning as you train.
About the Employer
The George is a lovely gastro pub tucked away just a few miles from Banbury and Shipston in the idyllic village of Brailes.
Our kitchen is headed up by our Head Chef Chris Coates who has a long history of fresh food around the area.
We pride ourselves on using some of the best local ingredients including Shuckburgh venison, forged wild garlic and berries even a few local growers who deal in organic and small batch growing.
We change our menus seasonally and have daily specials that are constantly changing to allow us to use the best ingredients that we have to offer.
What You'll Do
- Preparing basic ingredients (washing, peeling, chopping vegetables, trimming meat, preparing sauces)
- Assisting senior chefs (Chef de Partie, Sous Chef) with food preparation and cooking
- Cooking simple dishes or components of dishes under supervision
- Ensuring food is prepared to the required quality and presentation standards
- Keeping workstations clean, organised, and hygienic at all times
- Following food safety and hygiene regulations (e. g. HACCP procedures)
- Receiving and storing deliveries correctly (checking quality, stock rotation/FIFO)
- Helping with mise en place for busy service periods
- Plating and garnishing dishes according to the pub’s style
- Maintaining kitchen equipment and reporting any faults
- Managing time efficiently during busy service to meet demand
- Assisting with stock control and informing senior staff of shortages
- Supporting other sections of the kitchen when needed
- Learning new cooking techniques and menu items
- Working as part of a team to ensure smooth kitchen operations
- Training Outcome
Full time role within the business.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Qualifications
- Desired - GCSE - English - 4 or above
- Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4 or above
- Course Information
- Course: Commis chef (level 2)
- Level: 2
- Route: Catering and hospitality
- Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
- Working Arrangements
- Working Week: 35 hours including weekends and bank holidays
- Expected Duration: 1 Year 2 Months
- Training Provider: SOLIHULL COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY CENTRE
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Chef Apprentice in Deddington employer: THE GEORGE AT BRAILES LTD
The George in Brailes offers an exceptional opportunity for aspiring chefs to kickstart their culinary careers in a charming gastro pub setting. With a focus on using the finest local ingredients and a commitment to professional development, you will receive hands-on training from experienced chefs while working in a supportive and dynamic team environment. Enjoy the unique advantage of being part of a seasonal menu that celebrates local produce, all while earning as you learn in this idyllic location.
