Apprenticeship Vacancies

Commis Chef Apprentice
EMPLOYER
We are a small 55 cover restaurant in Whaley Bridge. We offer a fine dining experience for our guests and have a commitment to using and cooking fresh meat, fish and produce daily. Our menu is seasonal and constantly changes.

We also offer afternoon teas, which are produced daily. Everything other than the bread for afternoon tea is, like our main menu, made in-house.

We explore different cuisines and have had very successful weekly tapas style evenings that have run for several months. We explore the cuisines and source authentic ingredients. Last year we had very successful Spanish and Eastern Tapas, which included Japanese, Korean, Indonesian and Singaporean cuisines.

Address; 29 Market Street, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7AA
BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

Do you have a passion for food and want the opportunity to use fresh meat, fish and produce daily? We are a small, but busy restaurant in Whaley Bridge that has a commitment to serving fresh food at the highest standard. Serving predominantly British / European cuisine our menu is seasonal and constantly evolving.

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

Vegetable prep

Fish and meat prep

Cooking

Making homemade soups (including making suggestions)

Developing sauces / jus

Prep for starters

Making desserts (including making suggestions and developing your own desserts for the menu)

Baking and pastries for Afternoon Teas and menu development

Checking orders and deliveries

Stock management

Maintaining general hygiene of the kitchen

Presenting/plating food

Assisting the CDP / sous chef / head chef

Any other duties that befit your role and/or add to your training
SKILLS REQUIRED

You must have passion, drive and want to produce and be the best you possibly can. Be able to communicate well, have good time keeping and honesty

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Reliability, honesty, team player, communicator, drive.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

No formal qualifications are required however you should have a good standard or Maths & English

FUTURE PROSPECTS

For an apprentice who shows passion and ability there is every possibility of permanent employment.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

It is your responsibility to get yourself to work. Public transport is quite good in the area. The restaurant is 30 seconds from the train station and there is a good bus service. We are happy to arrange start and finish times around public transport should this be needed.

Your chosen career is a long term commitment on both parts.

WORKING WEEK

There is some flexibility on the days / hours that are worked and it is envisaged that these will change as you develop your skills.

Initially, shadowing chefs for evening service. As skills and independence progresses, this may include Sunday or weekday lunches or the opportunity to work with pastry and cakes during the day for our afternoon tea menu.

The normal working day for evening service is typically

Tuesday – Thursday 14:30 – 22:00 approx

Friday – Saturday 14:00 – 22:30 approx

Consideration is always given to public transport times

WAGE

£150 – £200 per week

Please note the College Campus for this apprenticeship is Buxton.

Early Years Apprentice
EMPLOYER

Nursery setting providing care for 3 months – 5 years old children. Please follow the employer website link to read our philosophy and discover more about our nursery.

http://www.bluegrasspurplecow.co.uk/our-nursery/our-philosophy

We have two settings;

Disley – The Old Church, Buxton Old Road, Higher Disley, Cheshire, SK12 2BU

Hayfield – Chapel St, Hayfield, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK22 2JJ

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

Working within a vibrant setting with the full support of qualified staff you will learn on the job and achieve your Level 2 in Early Years.

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

Working with young children you will undertake duties related to all aspects of their welfare. You duties may include; * Supervising free play * Planning directed learning play * Supervising outdoors playtimes * Ensuring children eat and drink nutritional meals/snacks made on site * Ensuring a safe environment * Feeding back to parents/guardians * Working as a team and raising any concerns with your supervisors
SKILLS REQUIRED

Any previous experience of working with children, as a job or in your private life, would be an advantage but is not essential.

You should have a passion for working with young children and contributing to their development in a positive light.

Enthusiasm and commitment to the role and learning new skills.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Friendly, a team player, the ability to listen to your peers, organised, reliable and able to communicate with a range of people such as children, parents, guardians, your team members or external persons (such as OFSTED)

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Minimum; you must have your Maths or English GCSE at grade C/4 or above. (or an equivalent) It would be an advantage to have both.
FUTURE PROSPECTS

There is a possibility of permanent employment for the right person.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Bus and train routes to either setting if you don’t hold a driving license.

Do you have the enthusiasm and ability to be a team player in our vibrant setting?

Are you willing to commit to learning new skills and developing your practice within a fun team?

WORKING WEEK

Approx. 40 hours per week inclusive of time spent at college. Start/Finish times will vary to cover opening times.

WAGE
£150 per week

Please note the College Campus for this apprenticeship is Buxton

Apprentice Commis Chef
EMPLOYER

Odyssey is a Greek Restaurant in the heart of Chesterfield, Derbyshire town centre.

A restaurant to sample delicious Greek food, only 15 minute drive from the famous Peak District or Sheffield.

Dining at Odyssey will make you feel you are back in Greece on holiday.

Healthy, delicious, traditional home-made food with a range of dishes such as moussaka (meat & vegetarian), rabbit stifado, Greek meatballs, grilled meat &seafood skewers, gyros, are among the many menu options.

Odyssey also has a range of vegetarian options, combining food from the meze section, such as grilled aubergine, tzatziki, stuffed mushrooms, breaded feta cheese and much more.

Customers describe Odyssey’s atmosphere as relaxed, romantic, warm, and cozy with Greek music playing in the background and very friendly & accommodating staff.

Home Page

Knifesmithgate, Chesterfield, S40 1RF
BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

All aspects of home cooked Greek food from preparation to plating up.

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

Presenting/plating food

Vegetable prep

meat prep

Cooking

Making homemade soups

Prep for starters

Making desserts

menu development

Checking orders and deliveries

Stock management

Maintaining general hygiene of the kitchen

Presenting/plating food

Assisting the CDP / sous chef / head chef

Any other duties that befit your role and/or add to your training
SKILLS REQUIRED

Organised, tidy, clean, attention to detail.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Friendly, a team player, the ability to listen to your peers, organised and reliable.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

You should have a good standard of Maths & English.

FUTURE PROSPECTS

There is potential for permanent employment on completion of your apprenticeship.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Friday & Saturday restaurant closes at 23:00 so consideration for transportation at this time of the night.

WORKING WEEK

Approx 40 hours per week including college. The reataurant is open Tuesday – Sunday, your hours will very to cover opening hours.

WAGE

£148 per week

Please note the College Campus for this apprenticeship is Buxton

Apprentice Chef
EMPLOYER

The Reform Inn is a family run, busy country pub/restaurant.

We serve local home cooked food and pride ourselves on good quality food and service. As the current owners we have been trading for 4.5 years now and in that time have built up a great local reputation for quality and standard of our food and service.

www.thereforminn.co.uk/

Anchors Lane, Thorncliffe, Nr Leek, ST13 7LP
BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and committed young person to acquire a comprehensive skill set as an apprentice chef in an innovative and constantly evolving kitchen environment. You will receive extensive training and guidance from our experienced head chef and sous chef.

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

As a family run business we will provide a supportive working environment for you to learn in. You will be preparing meals using fresh local ingredients and be providing quality home-cooked food to our customers. Our kitchen is large and modern and ideal for a passionate individual starting out.Roles and responsibilities will include

To assist in the overall operation of the kitchen: food preparation & service; hygiene and stock control.

To prepare food for service to the specification required.

To maintain a high level of hygiene in working practices at all times.

To receive deliveries and maintaining stock in a diligent & hygienic manner.

To operate kitchen equipment in a safe manner
SKILLS REQUIRED

Any experience in a catering kitchen is preferable not but necessary.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Ability to focus on attention to detail.

High standards of personal presentation.

Hardworking, committed and willing to learn and develop.

Flexible in the approach to the business needs. (Tasks, hours and responsibilities)

Willingness to contribute to the development of new menu ideas.

A flair for cooking

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

You should have a good standard of Maths & English

Ideally knife skills but these can also be learnt.
FUTURE PROSPECTS

There is potential for permanent employment on successful completion of your apprenticeship.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

If you are not able to drive you will require lifts as there is no public transport in the area.

Due to the nature of the business the position will involve working evenings and weekends.

WORKING WEEK

Flexible on start and finish times on a rota basis, we are open; Daily 12-11pm. Serving Food Mon -Sat: 12-9pm. Sunday: 12-8pm. Food prep, clean down and college hours will be incusive of your working week.

WAGE
Competitive

Please note the College Campus for this apprenticeship is Buxton

Hospitality Apprentice
EMPLOYER

Small family run tearooms and gift shop

Serving a selection of hot and cold drinks, cake, light breakfasts, lunches and afternoon tea

Shop area sells a selection of makers work from local and surrounding counties

Looking for someone adaptable and happy to work hard to fit into our friendly, but often busy environment.

Facebook.com/teacakeleek

Getliffes Yard, off Derby Street, Leek, ST13 6HU
BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

Varied and hands on hospitality role working within a small family run tearooms and gift shop.

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

Roles and responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

Greeting customers

Using POS software

Taking shop/cafe sales – inc. cash and card payments

Serving customers – inc. carrying downstairs

Clearing tables

Cleaning / setting up / washing up

Making drinks / helping in the kitchen

Stock take/rotation

Any other duties that befit your role and add to your learning
SKILLS REQUIRED

Good oral and numeracy skills, Good listening skills, Ability to follow instructions

Interests in; Baking, Art/creativity, Social media

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Polite and well mannered, Able to communicate well with adults of all ages, Observant – new customers arrive/are ready to leave/ensuring tables are to high standard at all times, Be versatile – will to try something new if asked to, Comfortable standing all day, Reliable, Hardworking.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

A good standard of Maths & English (verbal and written)

FUTURE PROSPECTS

Potential for permanent employment on completion of your apprenticeship.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Your wage will be reviewed after 6 months.

Lunch and drinks provided whilst you are working.

Share of tips in addition to your weekly wage.

WORKING WEEK

30-40 hours per week including college day. Your hours will incude Saturdays and the first Sunday of every month with time off in lieu during the week. Hours will be between 9am start and 6.30pm finish, max 8 hours per day.

WAGE

£129.50 per week + tips. Will be reviewed after 6 months.

Please note the College Campus for this apprenticeship is Buxton

Teaching Assistant apprenticeship

EMPLOYER

The Talentum Learning Trust – Churnet View Middle School

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

The Talentum Learning Trust (Churnet View Middle School) is looking to recruit enthusiastic and committed apprentice Teaching Assistants to work alongside teaching staff in the classroom.

The role is to provide support to teachers and classes, to ensure that classes run smoothly and professionally at all times and to develop your own classroom skills.

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

Working as an Apprentice Teaching Assistant you will provide support to teachers in preparing for lessons and helping create a safe and enjoyable learning environment for all pupils. During lessons, you will work together with the class teacher to support pupils with classroom activities and help to manage behaviour.

Excellent communication and enthusiasm will be key in supporting all pupils to progress, achieve and overcome any problems. You will support all areas of the curriculum including literacy, numeracy and ICT within the classroom. You’ll also accompany teaching staff and pupils on trips and other out-of-school activities.

You will also act as a role model for pupils and be a positive influence on their behaviour and performance at school. So it’s important that you demonstrate maturity and excellence in all you do. It will also be important to promote the ethos of the school at every opportunity.

SKILLS REQUIRED

Key Roles:

Supervise and support pupils, ensuring their safety and access to learning.

Encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate.

Prepare the classroom for lessons, and clear away afterwards.

Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting any difficulties.

Support pupils to understand lesson instructions.

Support pupils in respect of school curriculum, e.g. Literacy, Numeracy, as directed by the teacher.

Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes.

Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and other out-of-school activities.

Compliance with all necessary policies and procedures relating to child protection, equality and diversity, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to prioritise work to carry out scheduled tasks and meet deadlines

Ability to be flexible and adapt to change in a fast changing environment

Positive, friendly attitude with a willingness to learn new skills

Commitment to undertake relevant studies

Able to establish good working relationships with staff, parents, pupils and outside agencies

Committed to ensuring the best outcomes for pupils

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

GCSE pass in Maths and English minimum

FUTURE PROSPECTS

Excellent potential – previous apprentices have been successfully appointed and are currently working in the school.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Ability to travel to work at the school site and travel costs

Flexible start and finish times are preferred

Start date 5^th November 2018

WORKING WEEK

37 hours per week term time only including 1 paid day release to attend college if required. Start time to be agreed between 8.00am and 8.45am and finish time between 4.00pm and 4.45pm.

WAGE

Current Apprentice Year 1 rate £3.70 per hour 37 hours per week term time only

Please note the College Campus for this apprenticeship is Leek

Early Years Apprentice

EMPLOYER

We are a professional, experienced team who offer a homely, exciting nursery experience to all children. We provide outstanding education through play and work to excellent standards to ensure that each child feels safe, happy and valued.

www.sunshinenurseryschool.co.uk

Gisbourne House, Buxton Rd, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7HU

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

A wonderful opportunity to make a real difference to young childrens lives, providing fun, engaging opportiunities to learn and play within an outstanding Nursery with fantastic training opportunities.

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

A wonderful opportunity to make a real difference to young children’s lives, providing fun, engaging opportunities to learn and play within an outstanding Nursery with fantastic training opportunities.Your duties will vary but will include all aspects of caring for children, organising activities, supervising free play, ensuring base needs (food/drink) are taken care of and communicating with parents, guardians, your team members and external organisations such as OFSTED when required.

SKILLS REQUIRED

Enthusiasm, common sense, able to work hard

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Friendly, a team player, the ability to listen to your peers, organised and reliable.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

FS Level 1 / GCSE’s grade E or above in two of the following: Maths, English or ICT

FUTURE PROSPECTS

There is every opportunity for a permanent position on successful completion of your apprenticeship.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

You will be working with young children and therefore will need an enhanced DBS check, you will be supported to apply for this by the nursery and college.

WORKING WEEK

round 30 hours per week on a rota basis, you will attend college on weekly day release. We are open 8.30am – 5.30pm.

WAGE

Minimum £111 per week, negotiable on any previous experience.

Please note the College Campus for this apprenticeship is Buxton

Apprentice Kitchen Assistant - The Royal Oak Hurdlow, Nr Buxton

Skills

Personal Qualities

Apply now to take advantage of this opportunity!

Apprentice Commis Chef - Alton Bridge Hotel, Alton

EMPLOYER

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

SKILLS REQUIRED

PERSONAL QUALITIES

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

FUTURE PROSPECTS

THINGS TO CONSIDER

WORKING WEEK

WAGE

Apprentice Commis Chef - Baileys, Whaley Bridge

EMPLOYER

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

SKILLS REQUIRED

PERSONAL QUALITIES

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

FUTURE PROSPECTS

THINGS TO CONSIDER

WORKING WEEK

WAGE

Customer Service Apprentice - Tagg Lane Dairy (Paul Boam), Bakewell

EMPLOYER

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

SKILLS REQUIRED

PERSONAL QUALITIES

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

FUTURE PROSPECTS

THINGS TO CONSIDER

WORKING WEEK

WAGE

Commis Chef Apprentice - Three Roofs Cafe, Castleton

EMPLOYER

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

SKILLS REQUIRED

PERSONAL QUALITIES

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

FUTURE PROSPECTS

THINGS TO CONSIDER

WORKING WEEK

WAGE

Early Years Apprentice - Blue Grass Purple Cow, Disley/Hayfield

EMPLOYER

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

SKILLS REQUIRED

PERSONAL QUALITIES

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

FUTURE PROSPECTS

THINGS TO CONSIDER

WORKING WEEK

WAGE

Apprentice Beautician - Heart & Soul Beauty/Trang Haggata, Buxton

EMPLOYER

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

SKILLS REQUIRED

PERSONAL QUALITIES

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

FUTURE PROSPECTS

THINGS TO CONSIDER

WORKING WEEK

WAGE

Apprentice Hairdresser - Cheadle Hair & Beauty, Cheadle

EMPLOYER

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

VACANCY DESCRIPTION

SKILLS REQUIRED

PERSONAL QUALITIES

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

FUTURE PROSPECTS

THINGS TO CONSIDER

If you would like to talk to someone at BLC just call 0800 074 0099
or you can email us an enquiry to enquiries@blc.ac.uk