Potential Earnings
£34,841.52
Key details
- Apprenticeship area
- Catering and Hospitality
- Course type
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Apprenticeship
- Apprenticeship level
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Level 2
- Location
- City Hub 111 Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1 7HB
- Mode of attendance
- Day release
- Start date
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You can start this apprenticeship at any time.
Apprenticeship introduction
A commis chef is the most common starting position in many kitchens and in principal the most junior culinary role.
A commis chef prepares food and carries out basic cooking tasks under the supervision of a more senior chef. The primary objective of the commis chef is to learn and understand how to carry out the basic functions in every section of the kitchen.
Therefore having the opportunity to experience, consider and value each section with a view to choosing an area where they feel most inspired.
The learning journey of any chef will vary considerably from one individual to the next; however it is necessary to understand and have experience in the basics that this role provides in order to progress to any future senior chef role.
Duration: 15 - 18 months
2 Current vacancies
Apprentice Commis Chef - Le Petit Vert
Closing Date:
Thursday 2nd April 2026
Salary:
£15,600 a year
Location:
Newark
Sector:
Catering and hospitality
Apprentice Commis Chef - Lock & Larder
Closing Date:
Friday 10th April 2026
Salary:
£12,480 a year
Location:
Nottingham
Sector:
Catering and hospitality
Apprenticeship information
Commis Chef - Level 2 Standard
- You will need to be employed for a minimum of 30 hours per week in a relevant job but we can assist you in finding a placement.
- You will also need 5 GCSEs at grades 9–4 (A*–C), including English Language and maths –Functional Skills Level 2 can be used as equivalent to GCSE grade 4 (C) or above. Apprentices without Level 1 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end-point assessment.
Adults who are aged 19+ with appropriate industry experience but without the necessary qualifications are welcome to apply.
All applicants will be required to undertake an assessment in English and maths prior to enrolling.
You will develop an electronic portfolio of evidence against the requirements of the qualification. Evidence can be generated by observation of your workplace, witness testimonies, case studies or personal accounts of events. Online tests may be used to confirm your knowledge and understanding as well as an End Point Assessment.
Careers related to this course
Select career:
Chefs
Average Earnings
£23,154.99
Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).
Pathways
Accommodation, Travel and Food Services
People in these occupations provide lodging, travel, and tourism support services and prepare and serve food and beverages.
Skills
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Learning Strategies
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
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