Rating

7.4/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Preparing the lunch and dinner menu for the officer mess including field, global and pasta/ curry Ensuring all the paperwork is done Putting away orders Cleaning the kitchen Creating menus for functions Supporting the rest of my team Teaching other apprentices who are starting out.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • How to cook in large quantities Working with a variety of people Cope in stressful environments Deliver a 3 course meal of a high standard to 100 plus guests

    7/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • It is really nice to go on different workshops that are run by high calibre people. Meet many new people Be given different opportunities to do competitions/training both in person and online.

    8/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Regularly meetings/ zoom calls The team at hit are super friendly and always their if you need any help. My tutor is very flexible as we have a busy schedule and can’t always meet every appointment, she is more than happy to make other arrangements for us

    8/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • They are very supportive always asking how I am getting on, checking if we need any particular help or guidance towards are apprentice. Always given time to complete tasks when we need.

    9/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • They are always there if you need anything. The team get back to you very quickly. I have had no issues so far.

    8/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • It will help me gain a better understanding of how to work towards a higher position in my job. It will make me a more rounded individual and help the team and site perform better. The more knowledgeable I gain the better i can perform my job.

    7/10

  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
  • Working in other areas sometimes can gain you knowledge of how other areas work. But not many extra curricular activities to my knowledge.

    4/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend RAF to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • Good working environment and hours Staff meal Lots of training opportunities


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RAF?
  • Take on ever opportunity they give you Ask lots of questions Don’t be afraid to get stuck in


Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Chef

Shawbury, UK

March 2025

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