Kitchen Manager Review

by JD Wetherspoon

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.5/10

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

I'm a kitchen manager. I ensure the kitchen is safe and fully compliant and legal. Fully following all company processes. Ensuring the kitchen adheres to the 10 minute food delivery times and stock is well managed

8/10

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

I have learnt many skills. How to manage time. Writing academic work as it had been a long time since I had done this kind of writing style previously. Thinking about the company in a more strategic way. Juggling life study and work has been challenging

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy learning lots of new skills. Thinking about the company in a different way. I enjoy meeting new people from different parts of the company. I enjoy learning about parts of the business that you wouldn't normally hear about

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The structure of the course is fully laid out in advance. Whilst we are a trial group as the modules haven't been run before, they are flexible to the needs of the group

9/10

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

Employers are on hand to answer any questions I have and support in areas that I need. I get my study days as I need which allows me to get my work done. Without this I'm not sure I'd be able to get the work done

9/10

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

We have been having weekly contact points on top of the training that was delivered. I got feedback within 10 days of requesting it. I have got a personal number for my tutor on my new module

9/10

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

I think it helps Alot as you learn many valuable skills and think about the business in a different way

8/10

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.)

A few of us have a snooker group that meets weekly

7/10

9a. Would you recommend JD Wetherspoon to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It's a good company to work for. Always paid on time. Treat staff fairly. Competitive pay. Loyalty rewards. Bonus pay available

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

Research the company. Have a realistic expectation of work within the hospitality industry