About the Employer

Everybody is welcome here. The Bridge Inn at the cusp of the River Derwent in Hope Valley is unmissable. Hot sunny days, warm autumn evenings, cosy fire-lit winters, and crisp springtime awakenings; our outdoor is as pubby as our indoor. Dog friendly, cask ales, rotation premium world lagers, gin selection, great custom wines. Sit back, relax, enjoy.

What You'll Do

Refined Pub Group are on the lookout for an enthusiastic new apprentice to join the Bridge Inn Team!

As a Chef Apprentice, you will be working alongside the kitchen team to create a delicious variety of pub classics guests will love. It's so much more than just a shift in the kitchen — it's building genuine connections with a team of likeminded people, bringing your passion for cooking to life every day.

If you're new to catering, you won't be for long! Personality and genuine passion is what counts rather than previous experience as you work towards your Commis Chef Level 2 qualification over the course of 12-18 months.

What does the role involve?

Prepare, cook and present a variety of delicious pub classics from scratch
Ensure hygiene levels are maintained, and food safety laws are adhered to at all times
Communicate clearly with your team to ensure high-quality meals reach customers on time
Complete tasks in line with direction from the Head Chef
Keep up to date with new menus, products, and promotions

What are the benefits?

Up to 30% discount across high street retail stores as part of the apprenticeship
Opportunity to learn directly from industry professionals to enhance your career
Genuine opportunities for progression and creating a lasting career
24/7 access to health and wellbeing support from an external counsellor

What does the apprenticeship involve?

A mixture of face to face and virtual catch ups every 4 - 6 weeks to discuss feedback and progress
A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
Reviews every 12 weeks with your Line Manager and apprenticeship coach
Opportunity to gain real world experience and an education without the expectation to attend college

Training Outcome

Ongoing training and progression opportunities.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Customer care skills
Team working

Course Information

Course: Production chef (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Catering and hospitality

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 30+ hours per week. Worked on a rota basis across mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Days and shifts TBC.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Training Provider: LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

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