Summary

From applying highly methodical organisational skills to delivering profit margins, reducing wastage and supporting the overall financial performance of the business, this comprehensive programme develops chefs with leadership skills that will support the business vision.

This course takes a minimum of 12 months to complete.

What is Senior Production Chef Apprenticeship?

Senior production chefs are likely to work in organisations where brands, recipes and menus have been created by a central development team. Working quickly and efficiently is key to delivering exceptional customer service while building a team that helps your business grow.

Underpinned by a series of interactive online workshops, our innovative curriculum combines personal development and performance with hands-on culinary skills including latest techniques for the preparation and presentation of food.

Entry

Employers will set their own entry requirements in order to start this apprenticeship.

Duration

12 months + EPA

Progression

Individuals that successfully achieve the Senior Chef Apprenticeship in production cooking will be ready to progress onto a higher level position, apprenticeship or further training.

Cost / Funding

Levy Payers £4,500

Non-Levy Payers £270

Level

Level 3

Functional skills

If an apprentice is aged 16-18 and has not previously achieved the required level of English and maths, they will need to complete Functional Skills as part of their apprenticeship programme.

While Functional Skills are no longer mandatory for adult apprentices (19+), literacy and numeracy skills remain essential for success.

For those without prior English and Maths qualifications, we recommend level 2 maths and level 1 English to support career growth and workplace efficiency.

Our tailored support ensures these skills are seamlessly integrated into the apprenticeship journey, helping every apprentice develop these vital skills.

End assessment

The End Point Assessment (EPA) for the Senior Production Chef Apprenticeship includes:

Multiple choice test
Practical Observation
Professional discussion.

Professional support

HIT Training assigns a designated Vocational Trainer to each apprentice. Alongside the apprentice they will agree on a personal learning and development plan, setting a timetable of learning activities in preparation for the End Point Assessment (EPA).

The HIT Vocational Trainer will meet with the apprentice regularly either online or face to face to complete and review assessments, provide further coaching where required and agree the next steps of learning.

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