Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship

Jigsaws Childcare Limited is a fully inclusive Day Nursery which has been offering an individual approach to child's care and learning since 2007. An important part of our setting is the food we prepare onsite for our children.

Apprenticeship summary

What will the apprentice be doing?

Your study will cover three main areas, Knowledge and Understanding (Know it), Skills (Show it) and Behaviours (live it). You will work on the following area;

Kitchen operations (all elements of food preparation and cooking cover areas such as, Meat, Poultry, Vegetables, Fish, Hot and Cold Desserts.

Nutrition
Legal Requirements
Business and Commercial aspects
Personal Development and Performance

You will also support practitioners in the rooms to work with children's allergies, intolerances and nutritional reuirements.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• The apprenticeship will be over an 12 month period during that time our training provider will come out and assess your work within the setting.
• You will have a mentor during your time in the setting to support your learning. 
• You will be allocated 6 hours paid learning within the 30 hours to complete your written work and any maths or English Functional Skills.
• On completion you will attain a level 2 Production Chef apprenticeship standard and have the opportunity to take further qualifications
• You will also undertake a qualification in Paediatric First Aid.
• Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

• If you're the right candidate for an ongoing role, your next step could be Commis Chef Apprenticeship or Chef de Partie Apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness, Enjoy working with children

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4 or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4 or above) Desired

Things to consider

We are based in a village but do have train links and limited bus links so you may need to consider travel to and from the setting. We are intending to expand our provision and this will offer more opportunities in our kitchen team.

About the employer

We believe children have the right to flourish as individuals & at Jigsaws they are given the time and opportunity to do just that. Our staff provide an inspiring teaching environment and part of this involves making sure that our children have fresh, healthy and nurturing food, to keep them learning to their full potential. Our vision is to create a place that is secure and values caring and respectful relationships.

Employer

JIGSAWS CHILDCARE LTD
www.jigsawschildcare.co.uk

Address

KIRK FENTON PRIMARY SCHOOL
MAIN STREET
CHURCH FENTON
TADCASTER
LS24 9RF