Commis Chef apprentice
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Company: NICHOLSONS TAPAS RESTAURANTS LTD
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Location: PO4 0JR
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Catering and hospitality
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Ref: NAS-2000022060
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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: Flexible hours but usually includes some weekends and evenings. Days off and hours may vary from week to week. Exact shifts TBC.
Brief Description
We're looking for someone who has an interest in good quality food and cooking, who can work in a fast-paced environment. You'll play a key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving our fresh food, working alongside a talented and diverse team, helping to keep our restaurant thriving and our customers happy… come and enjoy the buzz.
Training to be Provided
Commis Chef Level 2.
The apprentice will attend college one day per week at HSDC South Downs Campus, Waterlooville, in the training kitchens. In addition, they will have visits to the workplace by our chef trainer to review the tasks they are doing there.
Future Prospects
The skills gained should prepare you for future progression within the industry. However, upon completion of your Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship, it is our intention to offer the successful applicant a permanent position within Nicholsons at a competitive industry salary. There is also the option to progress to the Chef de Partie Level 3 qualification.
Vacancy Detail
Your role will be developing your skills in the following areas:
- Prepare food items in line with current legislation. Follow our recipe and presentation specifications, including portion control and waste management
- Finish food items in line with our brand standards
- Clean and maintain a safe and hygienic kitchen environment, including preparation, cooking and storage areas
- Complete food safety management system documentation
- Carry out stock checks and follow stock rotation systems
- Operate and clean specialist kitchen equipment following safe handling procedures
- Receive and check deliveries of food items, equipment and chemicals and store correctly
- Work with our team of chefs to ensure dishes produced are of high quality, delivered on time and to the standard required
- Contribute to our ongoing review of menus to improve our culinary offer
Other Information
This role will require some weekend working and some evening working.