Llechwen Hall have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice chef to join their team.
Vacancy:
Apprentice Chef
Llechwen Hall Hotel, Llanfabon, Nelson, Pontypridd CF37 4HP
Role Overview:
As an apprentice chef, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the kitchen and work alongside experienced chefs to develop your culinary skills. You’ll assist with food preparation, learn food safety standards, and get involved in cooking techniques and kitchen organization. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in the hospitality industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting in setting up the kitchen ready for service
- Assisting with preparing, cooking and serving food to a high standard
- Learning knowledge of dietary and nutritional requirements
- Learning how to ensure food is prepared efficiently and accurately
- Communicating par levels and shortages with management before and during service
- Making sure all deliveries are checked into the restaurant to correct standards and advising the manager of any problems
- Making sure the correct stock rotation and food dating rules are adhered to
- Recording all food wastage accurately
- Carrying out temperature checks, and recording information according to business standards
- Participating in the cleaning rota to make sure the back of house is kept clean and tidy at all times
- Contribute to the success of the business by carrying out any reasonable request from your manager
- Closing kitchen at end of service
Knowledge and skills:
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently
- Ability to use initiative
- Follow instructions
- Problem solving skills
- Time keeping and time management
- Work under pressure
- Willingness to learn and take instructions
- Willing to develop knowledge of hospitality industry and catering
About Us:
Set on a stunning hilltop location surrounded by magnificent views of the Welsh countryside, Llechwen Hall Hotel is one of the best kept secrets in the heart of the Cynon Valley.
At Llechwen Hall Hotel we are passionate about providing exceptional food and creating a welcoming environment for our customers. We pride ourselves on high standards, innovative cooking, and teamwork. We’re looking for an Apprentice chef to join our culinary team and learn the ropes of professional kitchen
Qualifications required:
The attitude and mindset of the Chef is more important.
Welsh language requirements:
None
Apprenticeship course:
Level 2 Foundation Apprenticeship in Professional Cookery
Pay:
Apprentice rates + Benefits
Hours:
31-40 hours per week
Interview arrangements:
Meeting on site
Apply:
To apply please email your CV to james.beccano@llechwenhall.
