Senior Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 3
A Senior Production Chef is a first line management role, with operational responsibilities or responsibility for managing a team. They provide direction, instruction and guidance to ensure the achievement of set goals. Working in the private, public or third sector and in all sizes of organisation, specific responsibilities will vary, but the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed will be the same whatever the role.
Senior Production Chefs will also have accountability for the day-to-day running of the kitchen service, they may lead a brigade in the kitchen or support a Head Chef in larger establishments.
Entry requirements
You must be employed in a relevant role for a minimum of 30 hours per week. As a minimum, you should have 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. You must also have achieved the Level 2 Production Chef apprenticeship or have substantial experience.
What will I study?
This apprenticeship will give you the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to work as a Senior Production Chef, topics include:
- Production of dishes and menu items using advanced preparation methods using a range of commodities including: fish, shellfish, meat, poultry, game, offal, vegetables, stock, sauces, soup, bread and dough, pastry, cakes, hot and cold desserts, with the ability to transfer this knowledge to junior members of the team.
- Maximise yield and quality ensuring waste is minimised whilst working in a time-bound environment.
- Contribute to reviewing and refreshing menus whilst adhering to brand standards, quality and safety.
Method of delivery
Senior Production Chef apprentices attend College on a day-release basis and work for their employer for the rest of the time.
How will I be assessed?
Continual assessment will take place throughout the duration of the apprenticeship.
The End-Point Assessment (EPA) comprises of:
90-minute on-demand test of 45 multiple-choice questions
4-hour practical observation and a 60-minute professional discussion
Additional costs
There are no specific College programme related costs, however you will be advised of any additional costs during your application and enrolment process.
Qualifications received
Senior Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 3.
Good course combinations
It is not possible to combine this course with other Vocational, T Level or A Level programmes.
Your next steps
On successful completion of the apprenticeship there may be an opportunity to study a higher-level qualification or progress into a management role within the organisation.
To find out more about how to become an apprentice or how to recruit an apprentice into your business, please contact York College Apprenticeships Team:
Tel: 01904 770368
Email: apprenticeships@yorkcollege.ac.uk
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