Commis Chef apprentice
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Company: WBSM HOLDINGS LIMITED
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Location: Portsmouth, PO1 2FS
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,000.00 per year
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Sector: Catering and hospitality
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Ref: NAS-2000019949
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Application Deadline Date: 10/04/2026
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Start Date: 13/04/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Shifts between Monday and Sunday, typically between 6.30am – 5pm, with evening events. Weekend availability is essential
Brief Description
An exciting opportunity to join The Coastal Kitchen Family hospitality group as a Commis Chef Apprentice based at The Canteen, Old Portsmouth. This role offers hands-on kitchen experience within a fast-paced fresh food environment, supporting professional chef development while working towards a recognised qualification.
Training to be Provided
- The apprentice will spend one day per week in the training kitchen at South Downs Campus, Waterlooville, doing their basic learning
- There will also be visits to the workplace by the chef trainer to advise about learning tasks to be undertaken there
Future Prospects
- Successful completion may lead to a permanent Commis Chef position with opportunities to progress within the Coastal Kitchen Family across multiple restaurant sites
Vacancy Detail
- Prepare fresh ingredients and assist in the production of menu items following recipes and specifications
- Support the kitchen team during service, ensuring speed, accuracy and consistency
- Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness and hygiene
- Assist with stock rotation, deliveries and food storage procedures
- Support menu development and daily kitchen preparation
- Work collaboratively as part of a small, experienced kitchen team
- Develop understanding of kitchen operations within a busy hospitality environment including ordering practises
Other Information
Ability to commute to Old Portsmouth for early starts and occasional evening shifts
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends
Comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment