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Commis Chef - Apprentice

Cheltenham

This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy.

The Vacancy

Dean Close Foundation are looking to appoint a new Commis Chef for the foundation. This is an apprenticeship position for a fixed term contract of 18 months, with the potential to turning the role permanent at the end of the apprenticeship.

This is an exciting position within our catering department where you will learn and work alongside experienced Chefs, using fresh ingredients and cooking unique recipes for our students during the day and private functions in the evening. 

All of the apprenticeship training will be conducted on site, and your training will include stints in Pastry, Garde-Manger, Hot Production & Function.

You will be encouraged to support our Catering mangers in learning about the operational side of the catering department, by visiting our butchers, fish monger and fruit & Veg suppliers as part of your training.

Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date.  We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.

Internal applicants

Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.

The Foundation

Dean Close Foundation is a growing, vibrant and diverse family of independent schools and nurseries, uniting around a shared vision and set of values. These spring from the origins of Dean Close School, which was founded in 1886 in memory of Dean Francis Close, Rector of Cheltenham and educational philanthropist. The Christian ethos of that original school continues today where the aim is that every child should be given the opportunities to flourish, underpinned by its core values of courage, contribution and love which are the guiding principles behind its educational vision. The Foundation currently has five schools and six nurseries within its group, creating a strong community that can share best practice, resources and a secure future.

Dean Close Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Closing date for applications: 31/01/2025

Salary: Depending on experience

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