Production chef Review

by Whitbread

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I am a production chef at premier inn. My day to day consists of intake of deliveries, day to day maintenance of the kitchen, closing orders, cleaning and anything expected of BOH

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes over the time I have worked here my confidence has improved massively as well as my cooking and teamwork skills. I am also much better at working under pressure.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have loved the programme and I have developed a lot along the way as well as getting a qualification.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Everything is well organised and planned out to be completed easily even alongside work

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

As much as I ask for or need

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

As much as I need

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

The skills I have learned through my qualification has helped me to better understand my role as well as develop the skills required and perform better in my role

10/10

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.)

I like to get involved in social activities with the staff such as monthly nights out as it helps us become closer as a team

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Whitbread to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

There are lots of development opportunities and a great friendly team

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Whitbread?

Go for it and have fun