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Apprentice Chef

  • Joanna's Lifestyle Cafe
  • Teignmouth, Devon
  • £7.55 per hour
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We are a warm and welcoming, family-run licensed cafe that prides itself on serving fresh, delicious, and high-quality food to our local community. Our cafe is the heart of the neighbourhood, offering a relaxed atmosphere for customers to enjoy their meals, whether it's a hearty breakfast, lunch, or a special treat. We are hiring an Apprentice for our family-run licensed cafe. This entry-level role involves assisting with food preparation, cooking, maintaining cleanliness, managing stock, and following health and safety guidelines. No experience is required, but a passion for food and lear...

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  • GMFJ Reference
    259474
  • Wages
    £7.55 p/h
  • Hours
    40.00 per week
  • Date Posted
    09/04/2025
  • Start Date
    05/08/2025
  • Approx. Duration
    15

  • Location
    Teignmouth
  • Status
    Now Taking Applications
  • Sector
    Catering & Hospitality
  • Opportunity Type
    Intermediate Level 2
  • Apprenticeship Standard
    Production chef (ST0589)
  • Employer
    Joanna's Lifestyle Cafe

Description

We are looking for a passionate and hardworking individual to join our team as an Apprentice Chef and contribute to the continued success of our cafe.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Someone who is enthusiastic about food and eager to learn.
  • No prior experience is required, but a passion for cooking and working in a busy kitchen environment is essential.
  • A keen interest in culinary arts, an ability to work as part of a team.
  • A positive attitude will ensure success in this role.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Food Preparation: Assist with the preparation of ingredients, ensuring they are ready for cooking and serving.
  • Cooking Assistance: Support the kitchen team with cooking tasks under the guidance of senior chef.
  • Cleaning and Hygiene: Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area, including sanitizing surfaces, equipment, and utensils.
  • Stock Management: Help with receiving deliveries and organizing food stock in the kitchen.
  • Health & Safety: Follow all food safety guidelines and assist with ensuring the kitchen operates within health and safety regulations.
  • Learning & Development: Participate in training sessions and work alongside the experienced chef to learn new culinary techniques and kitchen skills.


Hours: This is a full-time position, including weekends. Plus occasional evenings dependent on the needs of the business. Working hours are an average of 40 hours per week. This will include 1 paid day at college.

Benefits: Supportive and friendly work environment in a family-run business.

For more information about this vacancy please contact Exeter College on 01392 400800 (Ref ID: 259474)

  • Basic Knife Skills: Ability to use knives safely and efficiently for chopping, slicing, and dicing.
  • Food Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with hygiene, food storage, and safe handling practices to prevent contamination
  • Attention to Detail: Precision in preparing ingredients according to recipes, sizes, and presentation standards.
  • Time Management: Ability to manage tasks efficiently, keeping pace with kitchen demands.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to follow instructions clearly and communicate with the kitchen team.
  • Physical Stamina: Ability to work long hours on feet, lift heavy items, and perform repetitive tasks.
  • Multi-tasking Ability: Comfort working on several prep tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality and consistency.
  • Teamwork: Willingness to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. A positive, can-do attitude.

Ideally level 4 for Maths and English GCSE. Functional skills can be taken alongside the course if necessary.


Previous Experience in a Kitchen Environment: Any previous work or internship in a kitchen, even as a volunteer, is beneficial.

Basic Cooking Knowledge: Understanding of ingredients, cooking techniques, or a culinary course background.

On-the-job training with experienced chefs. One day a week at College and skills officer visits to workplace every 6-8 weeks.

Passion for Cooking: A genuine interest in learning the ins and outs of kitchen operations

No Prior Experience Required (or some): While prior kitchen experience is a plus, it’s not necessarily required for an apprentice role, as training will be provided.

Flexible Schedule: Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, depending on the kitchen's hours.

Basic Math Skills: Ability to follow measurements, calculate ingredient portions, and understand inventory.

Cleanliness and Organization: A good understanding of keeping workspaces tidy and following cleanliness protocols.

Desire to Learn: A positive attitude toward receiving feedback and improving skill sets.

Participate in training sessions and work alongside the experienced chef to learn new culinary techniques and kitchen skills, in a progressive and growing new business. Opportunities for career progression within the business

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