Ferma Bistro is a cosy, unique bistro set in the heart of Ripley, serving contemporary British small sharing plates using all local & sustainably sourced produce from our farm shop right next door.
Ferma are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Commis Chef to join the team.
Some experience as a Kitchen Porter or equivalent would be an advantage, but no previous experience is required. However, the suitable candidate must be passionate about food and eager to begin a career in the hospitality and catering industry.
As an Apprentice Commis Chef you will be:
● Assisting in the food preparation process
● Cooking and preparing elements of high quality dishes
● Preparing vegetables, meats and fish
● Assisting other Chefs
● Helping with deliveries and restocking
● Assisting with stock rotation Cleaning stations
● Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards
Benefits:
● Gain a nationally recognised qualification that will look great on your CV!
● 30% discount across high street retail stores as part of the apprenticeship.
● Share of service charge.
● 20% discount in the farm shop and an opportunity to receive food at the end of the day that would otherwise not be used.
At Ferma Farm Shop & Bistro, you will be working towards your Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship Qualification over the course of 12-18 months. You will be fully supported by both your Manager and Learning Coach, and be given all the help and guidance you need to begin building a rewarding career for yourself in the hospitality and catering industry.
What your apprenticeship includes:
● A blend of virtual and in person meetings with your Learning Coach every 4-6 weeks.
● A hands on, practical approach to learning to ensure you are able to achieve your goals.
● On the job and off the job training.
● Functional skills in Maths and English (if you haven't already achieved your GCSEs)
We are excited to see what you can bring to the team, and look forward to supporting you in the start of a rewarding career!
Desired Skills
• Ability to work under supervision • Ability to produce good quality food • Understanding of health and safety • Understanding of basic food hygiene practices
Personal qualities
● Good oral communication
● High level of attention to detail
● Good level of numeracy
● Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge plus those around you
● Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes
● Ability to learn to work unsupervised and deliver quality work
● Positive and approachable manner
● Team player qualities
Qualifications required
No previous qualifications required, however, a good level of numeracy and literacy is desired.
Future prospects
Prospect of full time employment as Chef de Partie
Training to be delivered
Production Chef Apprenticeship L2 including Functional Skills in Maths and English
At Ferma we’ve carefully selected a wide variety of quality ingredients including fresh fruit and vegetables, cheese, condiments, meat and charcuterie, amongst others, to create amazing dishes, freshly prepared by our chefs every day in our kitchen using seasonal ingredients.
Employer
Country City Catering
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1 Teulon House,
Surrey
Surrey
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