Paul Ainsworth at Rojanos Commis Chef Apprentice

  • Paul Ainsworth at Rojanos In The Square
  • Padstow, Cornwall
  • £6.10 per hour

An exciting opportunity awaits at Paul Ainsworth’s restaurant in the heart of Padstow. Paul Ainsworth is a British chef from Southampton. Paul was born into hospitality, growing up in his Mum and Dad’s Bed and Breakfast, so his passion for the industry grew at an early age. Once he had completed his training at Southampton college, he moved to London to work for Gary Rhodes at ‘Rhodes in the Square’ he then went on to work with Gordon Ramsey at his restaurant in Royal hospital road. Paul is ever proud to be a part of the team that earnt the restaurant it’s 3rd Michelin star. Paul then moved o...

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  • GMFJ Reference
    90807
  • Wages
    £6.10 p/h
  • Hours
    36.00 per week
  • Date Posted
    21/09/2018
  • Start Date
    05/11/2018
  • Approx. Duration
    12 months

  • Location
    Padstow
  • Status
    Now Taking Applications
  • Sector
    Catering & Hospitality
  • Opportunity Type
    Intermediate Level 2
  • Employer
    Paul Ainsworth at Rojanos In The Square

Description

There are several sections at Rojanos including Pizza, Larder, Service, (Pasta and Stove Dishes) Garnish and Pastry. The apprentice will be taught by the relevant Chef de Partie the ’mise en place’ and preparation techniques for each of the sections, and will report overall to The Sous Chef- Tom Dawes and The Head Chef- Jack Clements. The candidate will be expected to follow recipes, preparation techniques, work cleanly, and tidily while staying calm under pressure.The candidate will receive support and training throughout the role. Daily duties will include helping to prepare and maintain the setting of the restaurant, to ensure a wonderful impression is given to our customers. Learning to work as a team during Lunch and dinner service which will include making drinks, learning our menu as well as our Epos systems within the company. We ask you join us with a positive and passionate approach and we can teach you the rest. Excellent customer service is so important to us.

For more information about this vacancy please contact Truro and Penwith College on 01872 305500 (Ref ID: 90807)

Company website : https://www.paul-ainsworth.co.uk/rojanos-in-the-square/

Essential:

  • Calm under pressure
  • Communication
  • Persistence
  • Teamwork

Essential:

  • Knife skills

The primary objective of the Commis Chef is to learn and understand how to carry out the key 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 programme involves developing effective knowledge, behaviours and skills in four main areas – culinary, people, business and food safety with specific topics including:

  • Preparing, cooking and finishing basic dishes including fish and shellfish, poultry, meat, game, stocks and sauces, bread and dough, rice and pasta, soups, vegetables and pulses, egg dishes, hot and cold desserts, cakes and biscuits.
  • Health, safety and security of the working environment including food safety and hygiene practices.
  • Food waste management and minimisation.
  • Professional behaviours – timekeeping, attendance, following company standards, reliability, communication.
  • Importance of working within budgets.
  • Understanding the supply chain and how to work with suppliers.
  • Risks in a work environment and how to manage them.
  • Taste – basic flavour profile, seasoning, herbs and spices.
  • Correct techniques including common knives, tools and equipment.
  • Key allergens.
  • Working as part of a team.
  • Meeting targets and effectively controlling resources.

Essential:

  • Presentation
  • Time management
  • Outgoing

Desirable:

  • Resilience
  • Perseverance
On successful completion of the apprenticeship there is a possibility of a job role.
The working days would be 5 out of 7 days with working times between 10am and 11pm. The hours can be split shifts morning, evenings and weekends.

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