If you are looking to kick start your career in a professional kitchen then why not start your journey at The Bull’s Head! This entry level Apprentice Chef position would suit anyone taking their first steps in their culinary career with the opportunity to work alongside an experienced team whilst studying for a Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship qualification.
As an aspiring apprentice chef, you will learn best practice in kitchen operations, food safety, and hygiene, how to prepare fresh ingredients, handle invoices, and create authentic pub classics and specials. Best of all you will get gain hands-on experience and learn the best operational practices in a busy and successful kitchen.

KEY SKILLS

• Willingness to learn
• Adaptable, Flexible
• Team Player
• Takes Direction
• Friendly
• Approachable manner
• Basic knife skills
• Hardworking
• Ambitious
• Punctual
• Basic food preparation
• Resilient
  Working Week: : Typical of a busy professional kitchen – hours are based around demand and will consist of 30 hours per week made up of Weekends plus one weekday in the pub and one day at college. - Shifts 11am-3pm and 5pm - 9pm.
  Salary: £11,778 per annum equating to £7.55 per hour for 16- to 18-year-olds in line with the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage. Higher starting salary for older apprentices. See further information below.
  Qualifications: GCSE Math and English minimum Grade 2 would be required to be eligible to apply for this apprenticeship. Functional Skills Maths and English may be considered or offered alongside the apprenticeship.
  About the Employer: Converted from a 17th century farmhouse, The Bull’s Head is a traditional English pub in Fishbourne with a reputation for fine food, excellent real ale and warm hospitality. This historic pub has four rooms for bed and breakfast. For further information go to: https://www.bulls-head-fishbourne.co.uk
  Future Prospects: Possibility for a permanent role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. Possibility of further training either with this employer or others.

• Food and Hygiene: Master food safety, health, and hygiene standards.
• Health and Safety: Understand EHO guidelines and maintain a safe kitchen environment.
• Diary Management: Keep a diary for safe and better business practices, including temperature checks, product labels, and lifespans.
• Monitoring and Due Diligence: Learn the importance of monitoring and due diligence in the kitchen.
• Communication and Labelling: Improve your communication skills and learn effective labelling techniques.
• Colour Coordination: Master the art of colour coordination in food prep.
• Fresh Prep: Prepare meat and vegetables from fresh ingredients.
• Invoices and Deliveries: Handle invoices and manage deliveries with traceability.
• Authentic Cuisine: Cook authentic pub classics like fresh cod, burgers, and more.
• Efficiency: Learn to buy products that save time and maximize efficiency for service.
• Menu Preparation: Assist in menu preparation and learn signature dosages.
• Special Dishes: Create specials that highlight unique ingredients, not just to clear stock.
• Stock Taker: Learn stock rotation and manage inventory.