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Commis Chef Apprenticeship

The Plume of Feathers · Newquay · posted 24 August 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Commis chef (level 2)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
18 September 2026
Positions
1

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  • Prepare vegetables, meat, fish, sauces, garnishes and desserts under chef supervision.
  • Cook and present dishes to agreed recipes, portions and standards during service.
  • Learn each kitchen section and gradually take responsibility for straightforward tasks and orders.
  • Check deliveries and label, date, store and rotate stock correctly.
  • Follow food-safety, allergen, HACCP, cleaning and personal-hygiene procedures.
  • Set up and close down sections and clean equipment and work areas.
  • Communicate clearly with the kitchen brigade and front-of-house team during busy services.
  • Attend day-release training, complete off-the-job learning and maintain apprenticeship evidence.

Where it leads

Successful completion can lead to a permanent commis chef or chef de partie opportunity, subject to performance and vacancies. The apprentice may also progress to the Level 3 Chef de Partie apprenticeship and gain experience across The Plume and its sister venue.

About The Plume of Feathers

  • Crowndell Consulting operates two family-owned hospitality venues in Cornwall: The Plume of Feathers and Lewinnick Lodge.
  • The apprentice will train at The Plume, a busy 16th-century country dining pub with rooms serving modern British pub food with an imaginative twist.
  • The kitchen uses fresh, seasonal Cornish produce and offers hands-on experience across a varied all-day menu and regular functions.
  • Based in Mitchell between Truro and Newquay, just off the A30, with a sister coastal venue in Newquay.

 

Things to consider

The Plume is in rural Mitchell. There is a nearby bus stop, but services may not suit all evening and weekend shifts, so reliable transport is important. Free on-site parking is available.

Applicants must also be able to travel to Cornwall College Camborne for day release.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativePatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 3/D) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 3/D) — essential

Where you'll work

  • MITCHELL, NEWQUAY, TR8 5AX

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