Technical Apprentice Review

My role is working with the technical department, This involves writing and checking food specifications for shops such as Tesco, asda, waitrose,aldi etc. I write and amend previous specifications. I also check packaging before it goes into the factory as if it is wrong it can put our company at risk,

I have learnt lots of new things about the food industry such as learning about food allergens, learning about how much health and safety is considered in the work place. I learn new things every day. I learn about customer complaints and food safety and so much more. I know more about food science then ever and continue to learn each and every day.

I love the program I am on because everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming, everyone helps me when I have questions and I enjoy learning new things. I love learning new things and meeting new people, Its really fun to do and I enjoy it a lot more then I ever enjoyed school.

My programme is well organised however at work I do sometimes run out of work to do so have to ask for more instead of automatically doing it. My training provider is very well organised I know all the dates im at college in the next two years and so much more.

My employer is lovely and they support me whenever I need it. At first I was hestitant asking questions however now I am very comfortable asking questions as the more you ask the more you learn. My employer is incredibly supportive and I know if im ever struggling I can ask anyone in my work place for help.

In my opinion I do not receive much, my training provider is very knowledgable and smart however they don't really explain they just expect me to know it. When I complete assignments I get them back with comments on how to improve this helps a lot. I wish they helped more.

I learn bits from my training provider but I am learning a lot more now at work. I feel at the minute I am doing poorly as my training provider doesn't help me much in my opinion. My employer helps me a lot more with my qualification then my training provider does. However I have only had college one week so far in my apprenticeship so my opinion may change,

Yes our SEF rep makes extra curricular activites. For example at the moment there is yoga we can attend after work inside one of our rooms, there is also an organised fun run we have an option to attend to. I know my business does sport team events etc however the specific department I am in does not do this.

Yes

I would recommend bakkavor because you are learning a large amount of money for learning lots, bakkavor has made my life so much more enjoyable and I enjoy coming into work everyday (unlike school) Everyone at bakkavor is welcoming and lovely to talk to. I think the best place for an apprenticeship is bakkavor.

I would give them tips that in there interview don't be nervous I was incredibly nervous however now working here over 6 months I am confident. Everyone at bakkavor Is lovely and no one expects anyone to know everything so if anyone has any questions definetly ask them. Also don't worry if people seem more experienced then you they are bound to. Some people I work here has been there 6 years so they are obviously going to learn more. You are doing an apprenticeship to learn on the job. Mistakes happen do not panic