Senior Chef Apprenticeship

Introduction

You are a key part of the kitchen’s leadership structure, bridging the gap between junior staff and senior management. This role prepares you for future leadership positions while contributing directly to the kitchen’s creativity and performance.

About the Employer

Potton Hall Spa is all about YOU. We know how vital taking time out is for your wellbeing and a visit to our spa, on any package, will deliver just that and much more. We take pride in ensuring you have a memorable me-time from the moment you walk in to the time you leave our retreat. Our packages allow you to choose from, doing as little as just coming along and enjoy the grounds, to as much as having a total body, mind and soul recharge with relaxation right down to your nervous system (A complete overhaul) Our chosen skin wellness brand, ELEMIS, with an aromatherapist’s soul, an artist’s spirit, and a scientist’s commitment to results, enables Potton Hall Spa to harness the power of nature’s finest actives, high performance delivery systems, and revolutionary technology to deliver clinically proven results you can see and feel. Other treatments:- Bamboo Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Nails, Floatation, Waxing, Tinting Tinting Treatments. Spa packages include Processco and snack.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Chef Apprentice at Potton Hall, you will take on greater responsibility within the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef in delivering a high-quality, fire-led dining experience. You will refine advanced cooking techniques while beginning to lead sections and mentor junior team members.

Day-to-day activities include:

• Managing a section during service (grill, prep, or pass)
• Cooking dishes to a high standard using live-fire and Josper equipment
• Assisting with menu development and daily specials
• Supervising junior staff and apprentices
• Monitoring stock levels and supporting ordering

Key responsibilities:

• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation across all dishes
• Ensure your section runs efficiently during service
• Uphold food safety and hygiene standards at all times
• Support training and development of junior team members

Training Outcome

Ongoing training and development.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Team working

Course Information

Course: Senior production chef (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Catering and hospitality

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Shift work including bank holidays, evenings and weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Training Provider: LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED