Kitchen Team Leader Review

by Mitchells & Butlers

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.2/10

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

Managing my team to efficiently communicate, create beautiful dishes and overcome any problems. Controlling stock levels and ordering. Running the kitchen.

9/10

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

Team management, prioritising workloads, different cooking methods and different cultural diets.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Absolutely love it. The learning is very relaxed and my regional trainer is fantastic.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well organised. Due to the Covid problems we are currently facing, it has been harder to meet face to face, but systems were put in place straight away

9/10

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

A great deal. Time off for meetings if needed etc

8/10

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

All the support I need. Darren is usually contactable all day if I need help woth anything.

10/10

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

Very well. I have become a lot more confident in the different processes needed to run a busy kitchen

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.)

Unfortunately not

1/10

9a. Would you recommend Mitchells & Butlers to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good benefits and training lead to working with a fun and interesting team.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Mitchells & Butlers?

Always ask questions, don't be afraid to look stupid. Don't lie, if you can't do something, be open and honest.