Introduction

The Plume of Feathers are offering an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Commis Chef apprentice! Gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours to kickstart your career in this fast-paced industry.

About the Employer

Crowndell Consulting operates two family-owned hospitality venues in Cornwall: The Plume of Feathers and Lewinnick Lodge.
The apprentice will train at The Plume, a busy 16th-century country dining pub with rooms serving modern British pub food with an imaginative twist.
The kitchen uses fresh, seasonal Cornish produce and offers hands-on experience across a varied all-day menu and regular functions.
Based in Mitchell between Truro and Newquay, just off the A30, with a sister coastal venue in Newquay.

What You'll Do

Prepare vegetables, meat, fish, sauces, garnishes and desserts under chef supervision.
Cook and present dishes to agreed recipes, portions and standards during service.
Learn each kitchen section and gradually take responsibility for straightforward tasks and orders.
Check deliveries and label, date, store and rotate stock correctly.
Follow food-safety, allergen, HACCP, cleaning and personal-hygiene procedures.
Set up and close down sections and clean equipment and work areas.
Communicate clearly with the kitchen brigade and front-of-house team during busy services.
Attend day-release training, complete off-the-job learning and maintain apprenticeship evidence.

Training Outcome

Successful completion can lead to a permanent commis chef or chef de partie opportunity, subject to performance and vacancies. The apprentice may also progress to the Level 3 Chef de Partie apprenticeship and gain experience across The Plume and its sister venue.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Patience

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 3/D
Essential - GCSE - Maths - 3/D

Course Information

Course: Commis chef (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Catering and hospitality

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 9:00am (earliest) - 10:00pm (latest).

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: CORNWALL COLLEGE

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