Calcot & Spa

Commis Chef Apprenticeship

Tetbury, GL8 8YJ

Up to £11.73 an hour & a share of Calcot Gratuities 

Full Time, 35 hours

Are you passionate about cooking and eager to learn while you earn? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Commis Chef Apprentice to join our team! This is your chance to develop your culinary skills in a dynamic kitchen environment while working alongside experienced chefs.

The Role:

• Learn how technology supports the development and production of dishes
• Identify correct ingredients and portion sizes for each dish
• Identify the principles of basic food preparation and cooking; taste; allergens; diet and nutrition
• Identify traditional cuts of; and basic preparation methods for, meat, poultry, fish and vegetables
• Identify the personal hygiene standards, food safety practices and procedures
• Understand how personal and team performance impact on the successful production of dishes and menu items
• Understand the principles of supply chain and waste management

Skills:

• Effective communication with team members
• Ability to take and give clear instructions
• Collaborating with other kitchen staff
• Collaborating with chefs, cooks, and other kitchen staff
• Contributing positively to the kitchen environment
• Willingness to assist others when needed
• Willingness to learn
• Strong work ethic

The Package:

• 28 days holiday per annum, including bank holidays
• Additional day off for your Birthday
• Extra holiday day awarded annually up to first 5 years
• Service charge and tips
• Meals on duty
• Free on-site parking
• 50% discount on food in the restaurants across all sites
• £50 bed & breakfast stays at the hotels in the collection
• 15% discount on Spa retail
• 20% discount on Spa treatments
• Discounted family and friend stays
• Annual appraisal
• Staff Uniform
• Staff Accommodation (subject to availability)
• Discount on other Pride of Britain hotels
• Refer a friend scheme (£500 bonus)
• Available 24/7 with practical advice and support through employee assistance programme
• Take home goods
• Rewards and benefits platform
• Charity Events
• Paid volunteering days
• Online fitness and wellbeing platform
• Pension Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay & Adoption pay
• Cycle to work scheme

We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our team. Our aim is for our team to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

About The Calcot Collection

The Calcot Collection is a small, eclectic group of luxury hotels, restaurants & spas. Situated in the beautiful Cotswold’s are Calcot & Spa and The Painswick. On the border of County Durham and Northumberland is Lord Crewe Arms in Blanchland. A strong, family feel company culture runs throughout the places, each with their own unique character.

The management team is actively committed to addressing the carbon footprint and enhancing the sustainability of our operations. We’re proud to say that we have recently joined the ‘EarthCheck’ accreditation scheme and have recently earnt our ‘Bronze EarthCheck’ accreditation. We are now actively working towards our Silver Accreditation. Our goal is to involve all our teams in this crucial and continuous effort, fostering a sense of pride in our collective accomplishments across the Collection. Let’s collaborate by sharing best practices and innovative ideas for a brighter future.