Introduction
This role is ideal for someone enthusiastic, reliable and keen to build confidence in a real working kitchen. No prior experience required – just a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
About the Employer
No.5 Market Place is built on a simple idea: cook well, treat people kindly, and be part of the community we serve.
We believe:
Food should be exciting but accessibleHospitality should feel genuine, not scriptedKitchens should be calm, respectful places to learnRestaurants should contribute to their town, not just trade in it
You’ll see local artwork on our walls, regional producers on our menus, and familiar faces at the tables.
No.5 is a place to eat well, relax, and feel at home, whether you’re joining us for lunch, dinner with friends and family, or celebrating something special.
What You’ll Do
Service Support:
Assisting during lunch and dinner service: plating dishes, maintaining a clean section, communicating with the team, and working calmly under pressure.
Food Safety & Allergen Procedures:
Following EHO standards, completing cleaning routines, managing cross‑contamination risks, and learning professional allergen awareness.
Stock & Deliveries:
Helping with deliveries, checking quality, rotating stock, and keeping fridges and dry stores organised.
College Learning & Development:
Completing apprenticeship tasks, attending college days, building a skills portfolio, and receiving mentoring from experienced chefs.
Training Outcome
Progression Opportunities – Clear pathway to Chef de Partie roles for committed apprentices.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
Course Information
Course: Commis chef (level 2)
Level: 2
Route: Catering and hospitality
Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Wednesday: 4.00pm – close (evening service)Thursday: 4.00pm – close (evening service)Friday: 4.00pm – close (evening service)Saturday: 10.00am – 3.30pm (lunch service) and/or 4.00pm – close (evening service)Sunday: 10.00am – 3.30pm (brunch / lunch service)
Expected Duration: 1 Year
Training Provider: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
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