Apprentice Chef

Job description

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE WORLD'S #1 BEST WORKPLACE, AWARDED BY GREAT PLACE TO WORK & FORTUNE - No two days or two hotels are the same, but our spirit and passion for hospitality always brings all our teams together to create a culture of inclusiveness, positivity and drive to achieve our common goal. “To share the light and warmth of hospitality”. With amazing training, resources and support from both managers and colleagues, there is always an opportunity to develop and grow.

As an Apprentice with Hilton you will be working towards a nationally recognised NVQ over the course of 15 months. 

  Benefits and Pay

·  £13.00 per hour, plus service charge
·  Travel and food discounts: 30 discounted hotel nights per year plus 50% off Food & Beverage (subject to individual outlets)
·  Free meals on duty
·  Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly)
·  Pension scheme
·  High street discounts: with Perks at Work
·  24/7 access to Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) & Wellbeing Hub
·  Dedicated 1-2-1 support throughout your apprenticeship

What will I be doing?

As an Apprentice Chef, you are responsible for assisting in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. An Apprentice Chef will also be required to undertake all reasonable duties as assigned by the Head Chef. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

·  Contribute to high levels of customer service
·  Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food to the highest standard
·  Manage customer relations when necessary
·  Comply with and have full knowledge of regulations regarding Health and Safety
·  Undertake any reasonable duties that may be assigned by the Head chef or senior manager in the hotel
·  Complete all aspects of the training programme

  What are the desired skills?

To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

·  Positive attitude
·  Good communication skills
·  Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
·  Ability to work on your own or in teams
·  The ability to deal with enquiries in a professional and polite manner

 

What are the desired personal qualities?

·  A passion for hospitality and guest service
·  Willingness to learn
·  The ability to stay calm under pressure
·  Excellent grooming standards
·  Ability to work in a fast-paced environment