Kitchen Supervisor Apprentice - Birmingham

General Duties
1. Supervise daily kitchen operations to ensure consistent delivery of safe, high-quality food in line with agreed standards, menu specifications and BCUSU values
a. Supervise and, when required, take sole responsibility for kitchen operations in the absence of a Manager.
b. Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and presented to specification, maintaining consistent quality and portion control.
c. Monitor workflow, preparation, and service to ensure timely delivery during busy periods.
d. Carry out daily opening, closing and operational checks in accordance with HACCP and food safety requirements.
e. Uphold allergen management procedures, ensuring clear labelling and safe storage.
f. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, ensuring schedules are followed and audits are passed.
g. Act promptly to resolve issues, escalating to a Manager where necessary.

What your apprenticeship includes

● A mixture of face to face and skype/phone 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 Trainer
● The chance to get Functional Skills in English and maths (if you don’t already have GCSE)

Desired Skills

- 2 years’ experience working in commercial kitchen - 1 years’ experience supervising/leading a kitchen team/section - Knowledge of food safety. HACCP, allergen management and H&S in kitchen - Excellent organisation & time management - Strong customer service ethos and ability to respond effectively to feedback - Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and some weekends

Personal qualities

Ability to work under pressure, using own initiative and unsupervised
Friendly and approachable
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Reliable and trustworthy
excellent attention to detail
Committed to continuously improving the operations

Qualifications required

Level 3 food hygiene certificate (or willingness to achieve within probation period)

Future prospects

Ongoing training and development

Training to be delivered

Senior Production Chef Apprenticeship L3 including Functional Skills in Maths and English

Employer

Birmingham City University Students' Union (BCUSU) - Head Office

Address

Gopsal St

West Midlands

Birmingham

B4 7RJ

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