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Apprentice Line Chef Kew Green Hotels 12390

Job details
Posting date: 27 August 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 26 September 2025
Location: Colchester, Essex
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Inspiro Learning
Job type: Apprenticeship
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Summary

Programme duration
14 Months + 3 to complete End Point Assessment
Programme name Level 2 - Commis Chef
Kew Green Hotels is a rapidly expanding global company, with a diverse portfolio across leading hotel chains, including IHG Hotels Resorts, Marriott International, Wyndham Hotels Resorts and Hilton, what unites us all is our values. Please view our website for more details.
Job description
Kew Green Hotels / Holiday Inn Colchester is presenting an opportunity for a candidate to enrol in a Line Chef Apprenticeship as part of their job application. In this role, you are responsible for producing all menu items in an efficient and consistent manner while following company specifications and always adhering to Health & Food Safety requirements

Main duties and responsibilities:

Supporting your kitchen team, you will be responsible for delivering an efficient, effective and profitable kitchen service, with a primary focus on a key assigned area of responsibility and ensuring brand standards are met. As part of the apprenticeship program, you will have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced Kitchen Manager.

Tasks could include but are not limited to:

Ensuring you are working towards all kitchen SOPs at all times.
Supporting your Kitchen Manager in ensuring that all Health and Safety and Food Safety regulations are adhered to and that audits are successfully passed.
Sets up and stocks food items and other necessary supplies
Prepares food items by using required methods.
Cooks food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards.
Maintain cleanliness and complies with food sanitation requirements by properly handling food and ensuring correct storage.
Cleans and sanitises cooking surfaces frequently and in line with SOPs.
Performs inventory checks and completes food storage logs.
Facilitating special requests from guests if received.
Manage wastage through correct product measurement.
Completing all training to timescales and looking for ways to develop your skills and experience.
Arriving on time, in the correct uniform with a positive, can-do attitude!
Benefits

Our rewards package includes:

Attractive discounts across many major retailers, restaurants, and events
Complementary Employee, Family and Friends discounts in hotels across the Kew Green Hotels portfolio and at partner hotels worldwide!
50% off food and beverage while you stay in our hotels
FREE and UNLIMITED access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms)
24/7, 365 days Employee Assistance Line for mental health and wellbeing support, financial and legal advice
Robust career development opportunities and support for personal growth
Apprenticeship Highlights:

You will gain a nationally recognised Level 2 Chef qualification.
You will receive onsite training with an award-winning training provider who will support and guide you throughout your Apprenticeship journey.
Gain essential life skills.
Gain confidence.
To become an apprentice, you must:

be 16 or over
not already be in full-time education
You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want a change. You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship.

As an apprentice you’ll:

Have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
Learn and train for a specific job
Get paid and receive holiday leave
Get experience in a real job
Study for at least 20% of your working hours
Complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
What is an apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.

Future Prospects
This vacancy is for a permanent position with Kew Green hotels.
Skills required
The successful candidate will have to have great:
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications required
Non Specific

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