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Senior production chefs may lead a team or may support the head chef in
larger establishments. They report activities to the Head Chef or appropriate
line manager. They supervise production chef teams in a variety of kitchen
environments. Job roles include Head Chef, Second Chef, Kitchen Manager/
Supervisor, Cook. Senior production chefs have accountability for the day-to-day
running of the kitchen service, producing, monitoring and maintaining consistent
food standards, legislative requirements and quality across all areas and during
all stages of production and supply.
Senior Production Chef Level 3
Maximum Contribution
TBC
Typical course duration
15 months (plus EPA)
Introduction to the apprenticeship
Senior production chefs may lead a team or may support the head chef in
larger establishments. They report activities to the Head Chef or appropriate
line manager. They supervise production chef teams in a variety of kitchen
environments. Job roles include Head Chef, Second Chef, Kitchen Manager/
Supervisor, Cook. Senior production chefs have accountability for the day-to-day
running of the kitchen service, producing, monitoring and maintaining consistent
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The apprenticeship at a glance
Start Date
Flexible
Level
3
Typical Duration
15 months (plus EPA)
Delivery
Blended learning with one to one support
Entry Requirements
To have at least 12 months experience of working in the hospitality industry OR
have completed an Intermediate Level 2 Apprenticeship in Hospitality, Licensed
Hospitality or Catering and Professional Chefs
To be working as a supervisor or a first line manager
To be willing and able to access a Busy Bees training centre
on occasions throughout your course to aid your learning
To be able to gain a satisfactory Data Barring Service (DBS)
End Point Assessments (EPA)
Portfolio of evidence
Professional discussion
Situational judgement test
Observation
Upon successful completion apprentices are graded:
Pass, Merit or Distinction
“Through encouragement and support, my confidence and expertise has flourished and I now am in a position to nurture my own team and share experiences.”
Cathy Mclay - Level 3 Apprentice
Whilst studying, learners could be expected to complete/learn:
Aspects of set objectives
How to support team members and develop working relationships with
colleagues
How to lead a team to improve customer service
The control of health, hygiene, safety and security of the working environment
To have at least 12 months experience of working in the hospitality industry OR
have completed an Intermediate Level 2 Apprenticeship in Hospitality, Licensed
Hospitality or Catering and Professional Chefs
To be working as a supervisor or a first line manager
To be willing and able to access a Busy Bees training centre
on occasions throughout your course to aid your learning
To be able to gain a satisfactory Data Barring Service (DBS)
Catering Apprenticeship Advanced Level 3
On successful completion, apprentices will be eligible for the
following roles:
Chef de Cuisine
Kitchen Manager
Executive Chef
Food Service Director
Food Service Manager
Portfolio of evidence
Professional discussion
Situational judgement test
Observation
Upon successful completion apprentices are graded:
Pass, Merit or Distinction
Off-the-Job training (OJT) is a requirement for all apprenticeship standards at all levels. Apprentices must spend 20% of their contracted working hours undertaking Off-the-Job training.
Off-the-Job training must be directly relevant to the apprenticeship standard and teaching them the new knowledge, skills and behaviours required for their role.
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