Commis Chef Apprentice
The Kiln · Bedford, MK43 9NB
Commis chef (level 2)
This is an exciting opportunity to join an award-winning independent café as we continue to grow — especially with Universal Studios being developed locally and huge future potential for the area.
The work
We were voted the best café in Herts & Beds in June 2022 at the Muddy Stiletto awards; something we are immensely proud of & grateful for.
Responsibilities:
- Preparing and chopping vegetables, meats, and other ingredients
- Assisting senior chefs with basic cooking tasks
- Measuring and weighing ingredients accurately
- Preparing stocks, sauces, and simple dishes
- Keeping workstations clean and organised
- Following food safety and hygiene standards
- Receiving and storing deliveries correctly
- Learning different kitchen sections and supporting the team
We're looking for someone who:
- Has a passion for food and wants to build a career in hospitality
- Is enthusiastic, reliable, and willing to learn
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Has a positive attitude and good communication skills
- Can stay organised and work well in a busy environment
- Takes pride in their work and is keen to develop new skills
- Is committed to attending Milton Keynes College one day a week as part of the apprenticeship
No previous chef experience is required, just a great attitude and a willingness to learn!
Training
Commis Chef Apprenticeship - Attend Milton Keynes College one day a week to work towards your qualification.
Learn from industry professionals while gaining hands-on experience in a busy kitchen.
Enjoy ongoing training, support, and development to help you grow your skills and confidence.
A fantastic opportunity to earn, learn, and cook your way to a rewarding career!
Training provider: MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE
What you come out with
Possible permanent position on successful completion of the apprenticeship,
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Team working
- Creative
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE English 3
- Essential · GCSE Maths 3
- Desired · GCSE English 4
- Desired · GCSE Maths 4
Things to consider
To apply for this apprenticeship, you must have been a UK resident for the last 3 years prior to the apprenticeship start date.
The employer
Hi! We’re Brendan & Bec…
Where do we start?
The two of us have known each other around 20 odd years now. We never imagined 20 years later we’d be together, running our own coffee shop. But here we are!
We have both worked in hospitality for all of our working lives, with Bec working front of house, managing hotels & pubs whilst Brendan has gone through the chef ranks in pubs & restaurants. He doesn’t like to brag, but he’s worked in London for the Gordon Ramsay company, cooking at Claridge's Hotel & The York & Albany, and for George Clooney & David Beckham!
We both had a stint working together at our local pub & thought why not try it for ourselves? That makes us the perfect team right? Well, at least we hope so…
Workplace
- Broadmead House, Broadmead Road, Stewartby, Bedford, MK43 9NB