Applications for courses starting in September must be completed by Friday 30th June. Applications received after this date will go through our late interview and enrolment process. This may delay your course start date.
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You MUST have an employer before you can start an apprenticeship. You can search for an apprenticeship job here.
If you don't yet have an employer you can still apply for an apprenticeship while you continue to look. We can offer you advice on how to successfully secure an apprenticeship with an employer.
Duration
12-18 months – 1 day a week in College, 4 days a week in the workplace
Overview
A chef de partie is responsible for running a specific section of the kitchen. This type of chef usually manages a small team of workers, which they must keep organised so that dishes go out on time and the work area remains clean and orderly. However, in smaller kitchens a chef de partie may work independently as the only person in their section. Also known as a station or section chef, the chef de partie reports to the senior chef and has a very important role in any kitchen.
Am I ready to start?
Ideally you will have a minimum of 4 GCSEs grades at grades 2-9 (previously A*-F). Employers may also set their own entry requirements.
To start on this apprenticeship you should already have achieved a level of skill and knowledge to be able to prepare and cook a range of dishes.
What does the course involve?
A Chef de Partie will be required to demonstrate knowledge, skills and behaviours across 4 key areas. These include:
- Business
- People
- Food Safety
- Culinary
The End Point Assessment will test the entire Standard, and will comprise of: Knowledge test, practical observation, culinary challenge project and observation and a professional discussion.
This qualification is graded Pass/ Distinction/Fail
We currently work closely with a number of highly reputable companies to ensure learners are developing the skills they require to have a successful career. These include Novotel, Hilton, Caviar House, Radisson, London Stansted Airport (MAG) and more.
How and when will I study?
Apprenticeship Standards are assessed through independent end point assessors. Your role as an apprentice may vary depending on your employer. Learners that have not yet achieved a minimum of grade 4 or C in GCSE English or Maths will be required to complete a Level 2 functional skill qualification prior to taking the end point assessment.
Down to business, what can I do and what can I earn?
Progression from this apprenticeship is expected to be into a senior culinary chef role.
Stansted Airport and its business partner’s offer many exciting career opportunities and this qualification will enable you to secure a role across a number of specialist areas within the food production and hospitality sector. You could be working within a multinational hotel, a VIP lounge at the airport or even a highly reputable restaurant or food outlet as a Head Chef, Executive Chef or a General Manager.
Approval Status
Subject to approval by awarding organisation
Got a job?
You must have a job to do an apprenticeship. If you already have a job you may be able to do an apprenticeship with your current employer.
If you don’t have a job for your apprenticeship – apply for your place at College by clicking the 'Apply Now' button at the top and bottom of the page.
Once you have applied please check out our apprenticeship job vacancies.
An apprenticeship comprises two parts:
- Typically 20% study element (at Harlow College or Stansted Airport College).
- 80% work based element with an employer. It is your responsibility to find an employer.
Great, so what do I do now?
Call 01279 868240 to speak to an Apprenticeships adviser
Contact us about applying for an Apprenticeship