Level 2 Commis Chef

Who Is the Commis Chef Apprenticeship For?

Our Commis Chef Apprenticeship is perfect for individuals passionate about the culinary arts, whether currently employed in hospitality or seeking a career change. If you dream of working in top-tier kitchens, gaining recognised qualifications, and progressing into senior chef roles, this programme is for you.

Apprenticeship Overview

Duration: 12 Months (Varies by progress)
Location: Online and workplace-based learning
Standard Reference: Commis Chef Standard

Apprenticeship Content

The content for the Chef de Partie apprenticeship has been created in collaboration with Binod Baral using his expertise and knowledge. Binod has been awarded Gold Medallist for Taste of Global Gastronomy 2024. He also has experience with Curating menus for 81 Airlines Globally such as British Airways, Emirates Etihad, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways. Binod has been cooking for Formula 1, Champions League Finals, Euro Cup and USA Masters since 2010.

What You’ll Gain

✔️ Level 2 Commis Chef Certificate – Recognized across the hospitality industry.

✔️ Career Progression Opportunities – Advance to roles like Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, or Head Chef.

✔️ Industry Experience – Real-world culinary training with expert chefs.

Key Responsibilities You’ll Master

1. Food Preparation & Cooking

Master essential cooking techniques, including chopping, slicing, baking, grilling, and frying.
Learn food safety protocols, allergen awareness, and dietary considerations.

2. Kitchen Management & Food Safety

Maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen following industry standards.
Ensure proper stock rotation, inventory management, and equipment maintenance.

3. Culinary Team Collaboration

Work closely with chefs, suppliers, and front-of-house teams.
Deliver high-quality dishes on time, adhering to customer expectations.

4. Menu Development & Innovation

Support menu development by considering seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
Contribute to menu refreshes and new recipe creation.

How does the funding work?

Apprenticeships are funded through a levy scheme operated by HMRC which deducts 0.5% of annual payroll above £3 million. Employers can access this fund when they employ an approved Apprenticeship provider such as Cherith Simmons to deliver the programme.

Cherith Simmons can directly access the funding to pay for the apprentices’ training. Other schemes provide 95% funding for smaller organisations, which Cherith Simmons can access on your behalf.

Funding is currently worth £7,000 per apprentice making the training effectively free except for the accreditation fee.