Introduction

La Piazza is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Apprentice Chef to join their busy kitchen team. This exciting opportunity will be perfect for someone with a passion for food, eager to start a career in the hospitality industry, working alongside an experienced brigade, while studying for a Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship.

About the Employer

La Piazza is a welcoming and vibrant restaurant in the heart of Hove, passionate about serving high-quality, freshly prepared Italian cuisine who pride themselves on using quality ingredients, traditional cooking techniques and delivering an excellent dining experience for every guest. From rustic pastas and wood-fired pizzas to our sumptuous seafood and delicate desserts, every dish is crafted with love and a commitment to authenticity.

What You'll Do

What you will gain:

Essential culinary skills, how a professional kitchen operates, food safety standards and professional cooking techniques.
Working within a growing business who are committed to developing future culinary talent and providing apprentices with hands-on experience in a supportive and professional kitchen environment.
A nationally recognised qualification with a Level 2 Production Chef.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparing ingredients, including meat, poultry, fish, and vegetables
Learning and practising professional knife skills
Cooking and plating dishes to fine-dining standards
Maintaining a clean, hygienic, and organised kitchen environment at all times
Measuring ingredients and ensuring accurate portion control
Presenting dishes attractively and consistently
Refreshing menus and contributing ideas based on seasonal produce
Checking stock levels, reporting shortages, rotating stock, and ensuring proper storage
Supporting the team during service and contributing to a smooth kitchen operation

Who you will be:

Someone with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn
Someone with a passion for food, flavour and culinary excellence
Someone committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation
Someone who is a team player and will be comfortable fitting into a small tight knit and supportive team
Someone who will be dedicated to the apprenticeship and excited about possible progression in the future
Someone looking for a long-term career as a Chef and will fully commit to the apprenticeship

Training Outcome

There is potential for progression onto more advanced chef positions on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Team working
Hardworking
Willingness to learn
Reliable
Punctual
Takes Direction
Cleanliness
Flexible
Friendly
Works well under pressure

Qualifications

Desired - GCSE - English - 2
Desired - GCSE - Math - 2

Course Information

Course: Production chef (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Catering and hospitality

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 30 hours minimum per week Monday to Sunday on a rota. To be confirmed and to include 6 hours study and attendance at Brighton Met College.

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP

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