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Mitchells and Butlers

Kitchen Manager Review

at Mitchells and Butlers

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Hospitality Management

Canterbury

Review Submitted: March 2021

Overall Rating

4.8 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.6/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Kitchen manager, i am in charge of a small team of 6, i train them with menu update. I control my GP,stock taking and ordering. i also cook on main service and ensure the quality of food is to company standards. i also am in charge of all health and safety with in the kitchen and ensure my team are fully trained with company guidelines. i get involved with the social media of the pub
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have a passion for cooking, i understand how the science of cooking works but i really enjoy finding out the why!

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I got my NVQs in 1995 so for me this is a refresh, however i have now learnt about world cuisine and how over the years food,cooking and health and safety has change

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The whole program is well organised, due to the pandemic everything changed and the structure is good and organised
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My line manager asks me every month how i am getting on and likes to get information on the modules i am working on at the time. My mentor is very good with me as sometimes i really struggle and he takes time out to explain to me in more detail so that i am completely comfortable with it
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My mentor is very good with me as sometimes i really struggle and he takes time out to explain to me in more detail so that i am completely comfortable with it. I can and have contacted my mentor with questions outside of our sessions and he is always happy to help
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I am constantly learning and apply this to my day to day job and some of which i use at home
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
a company online quiz

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Mitchells and Butlers to a friend?
Yes
Why?
if been cooking for 25 years and Mitchells and Butlers are the best company i have ever worked for. The training programs are the best i have ever come across
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Mitchells and Butlers?
Keep a open mind and get ready for a great experience
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