Commis Chef Apprentice
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Company: INN CORNWALL LTD
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Location: TRURO, TR3 6BY
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £15,808.00 per year
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Sector: Catering and hospitality
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Ref: NAS-2000038314
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Application Deadline Date: 19/10/2026
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Start Date: 02/11/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Shifts are worked on a rota basis and include evenings, weekends between 9.00am - 9.00pm. One day per week will be spent at Truro College, with the remaining time based at The Victoria Inn. Exact days and shift times will be confirmed.
Brief Description
Join the kitchen team at The Victoria Inn and earn while you learn as a Level 2 Commis Chef Apprentice. Working alongside chefs that have completed apprentices, you'll develop practical cooking, food preparation and kitchen operations skills, with one day a week at Truro College to support your training and future career progression.
Training to be Provided
The apprentice will work towards a Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship Standard delivered in partnership with Truro College. They will spend four days a week gaining practical experience in the kitchen at The Victoria Inn and one day a week attending college-based training.
Food preparation, cooking techniques and presentation skills.
Food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures.
Kitchen operations, stock control and waste reduction.
Allergen awareness, portion control and nutrition principles.
Working effectively as part of a professional kitchen team.
The apprentice will receive ongoing coaching and mentoring from experienced chefs, complete off-the-job learning, and attend regular progress reviews throughout the programme. Upon successful completion, they will achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship Standard.
Future Prospects
Successful apprentices can progress into more senior kitchen roles, including Chef de Partie, Sous Chef and ultimately Head Chef. Following completion of the Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship, there may also be opportunities to continue onto a Level 3 Chef de Partie Apprenticeship.
At Inn Cornwall, we are passionate about developing talent from within. Several apprentices who started in junior kitchen roles have progressed through the company and now hold Head Chef positions, demonstrating the genuine career opportunities available to motivated individuals.
For context, recent salary data indicates that Head Chefs in Cornwall earn an average salary of approximately £35,700 per year, with experienced Head Chefs in some venues earning £40,000 to £50,000+ depending on the size and style of operation.
Vacancy Detail
What will the apprentice do at work?
As a Commis Chef Apprentice at The Victoria Inn, you will work alongside experienced chefs to develop your cooking skills while supporting the day-to-day running of a busy kitchen. You will:
- Prepare, cook and present food to a high standard
- Learn a range of kitchen skills, including food preparation, knife skills and cooking techniques
- Help serve food from the carvery, pub food and takeaway operation
- Follow food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures at all times
- Complete kitchen preparation tasks and keep work areas clean, organised and safe
- Assist with stock rotation, deliveries, food storage and waste reduction
- Learn about allergens, portion control, food costing and kitchen operations
- Work as part of a friendly team to deliver excellent food and customer experiences
- Attend one day a week at Truro College and complete all apprenticeship learning, reviews and assessments
his role offers the opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining a nationally recognised Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship and valuable experience in a professional kitchen.
Other Information
- A genuine passion for food, cooking and hospitality.
- Willingness to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment and remain calm under pressure.
- Reliable, punctual and committed to completing all aspects of the apprenticeship.