Kitchen manager Review

I am a full time chef whilst also managing the kitchen and back of house team, creating work schedules, count and order stock, train and coach new and existing staff, repair and place call outs for damaged equipment and ensure the whole team is working safely and efficiently.

Yes, I am new to role, this apprenticeship has thought me many new management techniques and coaching styles.

It’s hard work and very time consuming during a period of my work life when I don’t have a spare second. However it has been very beneficial if not a little repetitive in some of the questions.

There was some turbulence at the beginning of my apprenticeship where I was bounced around to different coaches causing me to get behind, since I have been with my current coach I can not fault it.

A lot! In my experience whitbread is very supportive in the apprenticeship scheme and my general manager is also very helpful. My only downside is I do not get enough time to complete my apprenticeship during my work day.

A lot, was very behind due to various circonstances and my coach came for a site visit and helped me catch up on 100 hours of work. I know I can also message or call him if I need help.

Moderately well, I am only about half way through, but have leant some good theories and techniques.

There used to be lots when I first started working for the company seven years ago, due to the current economic situation and recent pandemic there are less.

Yes

Very good benefits and reward schemes, good career progression opportunities and the apprenticeship scheme.

Take all the opportunities offered, I.e. the apprenticeship, working across multiple sites, training courses and business meetings to expand your network.