The Jolly Tanners is a historic pub newly renovated and set in an idyllic village, with a passion for cooking and attention to detail to work alongside an experienced brigade who is looking for an Apprentice Chef to join their team whilst studying for their Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship.
This is an ideal entry level position for anyone looking to build a career in a professional kitchen and as an Apprentice Chef, your main duties would include assisting the kitchen team with the daily preparation of the ingredients. You will learn to improve your knife skills and knowledge with food.

KEY SKILLS

• Good practical ability
• Hard-working
• A good team player
• Self-motivated
• Willingness to learn
• Punctual, Reliable
• Friendly
• Self-starter
• Flexibility
• Willing to learn
• Conscientious
• Attention to detail
• Works well under pressure
• Time management
• Enthusiastic
• Committed
• Personable
• Great attitude
  Qualifications Required: GCSE Maths and English Level 2 required as a minimum to apply for this apprenticeship
  Salary: £11,778 per annum in line with the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (please see further details below)
  Working Week: 30 hours per week including 6 hours study time. Shift pattern will be agreed with the successful candidate. Wednesday to Sunday shifts will apply including weekends and mid-week evening shifts.
  About the Employer: A key part of Staplefield’s history, the Jolly Tanners was built in 1684 as a coaching inn, offering a stop for travellers on the 7-hour journey from London to Brighton. Today, it continues that warm hospitality with Sussex ales, local wines, and locally sourced food. Over the past year, it has been renovated, adding a bright orangery and a more accessible bar, while preserving the original lounge’s cosy fireplaces and exposed beams. The revamped garden now has a family-friendly area, and the stretch tent provides year-round outdoor comfort. For further information please visit: https://thejollytanners.co.uk/
  Future Prospects: On successful completion of the apprenticeship there would be possible progression for the right candidate within the team.

• Prepare all dishes as per the Head chefs menu guidelines
• Work with the other chefs to develop all elements of the restaurant’s menus
• Store and label all foods in line with regulations
• Support all team members on their duties - hot section, cold section, pass and dishwash.
• Ensure all admin in kitchen always up to date, such as fridge recording temperatures etc
• Control food stock, minimize and record wastage
• Support senior chefs in the stock control
• Learn and practice good storage management systems within the kitchen.
• Maintaining a clean kitchen and complying with all EHO food safety regulations.
• Understanding all elements of the restaurant’s health and safety procedures
• If you are eager to learn, dedicated and professional in your approach and prepared to work hard, this could be the ideal role for you.