Commis Chef Apprenticeship - Level 2

Commis chefs work in the hospitality industry, including sectors like aviation and care. They can be employed in restaurants, hotels, care homes, hospitals, military establishments, and cruise ships. Their main role is to support the kitchen by preparing, cooking, and finishing various food items, rotating through different sections. They ensure food quality meets standards and complete food safety documentation. They also handle deliveries and stock levels. Commis chefs interact with their team, front of house staff, suppliers, and customers, often working unsociable hours. They maintain high hygiene standards and report to a senior chef, such as a Head Chef or Chef de Partie.

Food Safety
Fish/Shellfish
Meat/Poultry
Game/Offal
Vegetables/Vegetable Protein
Sauces/Soup/Stock
Rice/Pasta/Noodles
Egg dishes
Bread and Dough/Pastry
Cakes, Biscuits and Scones
Cold and Hot Desserts

Employment in a suitable role for the chosen apprenticeship is essential. Northern Skills will work with applicants to help find a suitable employer where possible but we advise anyone looking to undertake an apprenticeship to actively seek employment for themselves.
Applicants are required to have gained a Level 2 English and maths (GCSE grades A-C). Certificated will need to be produced at enrollment. If proof cannot be produced or you do not meet these entry requirements then applicants will be invited to complete an initial assessment prior to acceptance.
An interview will also take place.
If you do not have a grade A-C in English and/or maths (grade 7-4 for new GCSE measures) you will be required to continue studying these subjects.

The learner will be assessed on their competence of practical skills by a 3 hour observation in their working environment by an independent assessor. This will be split to show preparation and cooking.
An on demand test, a 90 minute multi choice test comprising of several scenario based questions.
Culinary Challenge – 2 hour observation in a controlled environment, to include a main course from the organisation’s menu. A base dessert to reflect customer demand/seasonality.
Professional Discussion, this will consist of a 40-minute structured meeting. The discussion will focus on the skills and knowledge gained on the programme. This will focus on the recipe log produced to show competence across the culinary range.
The end point will be graded accordingly and on successful completion an apprenticeship certificate will be awarded.

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Commis Chef Apprenticeship – Level 2

Course overview

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