Commis Chef Apprenticeship

The Commis Chef Apprentice will receive hands-on, on-the-job training in a professional kitchen environment. Training will include food preparation and cooking techniques, use of kitchen equipment, food hygiene and safety, stock control, and maintaining cleanliness standards. The apprentice will work closely with experienced chefs, gaining practical skills, confidence, and an understanding of day-to-day kitchen operations while working towards their formal apprenticeship qualification.

*Assisting with food preparation across breakfast, lunch, and evening service
*Learning basic cooking techniques and supporting chefs during service
*Preparing ingredients (chopping, weighing, portioning, and storing)
*Supporting the preparation of pizzas, main dishes, sides, and specials
*Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety
*Keeping workstations clean, organised, and well stocked
*Assisting with stock rotation, deliveries, and correct food storage
*Following recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards
*Working as part of a busy kitchen team to ensure smooth, timely service
*Developing kitchen skills under the guidance of senior chefs

Training will be a mixture of learning on site from our amazing chefs and one day per week at the Devonshire Dome, Buxton (Part of the University of Derby)