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Greene King

Chef Review

at Greene King

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Slough, Berkshire

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

4.6 /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
4/5 - Skills Development
4.2/5 - 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
I’m a back of house member (chef) my day to day job is opening the kitchen, prepping for the day, cooking all meals, and cleaning as I go
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy the programme a lot I struggle to keep up to date now and then due to personal issues but I am really enjoying the programme and would recommend to anyone looking to become a chef

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I’ve learnt how to manage my time and productivity and developed on my cooking’s skills gaining more knowledge and understanding

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very easy to understand very organised and structed to be used easily
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a lot of support can ask a question if and when I have one and know I will receive adequate feedback or a response
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I receive a lot of support during our calls, I’m able to ask anytime and have a response not long after I ask
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I believe having the qualification is definitely a big help in pushing my confidence to stride more and progress further to push my limits and be better
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
Now and then there are times we all go for outings / get together

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Greene King to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I’d recommend Greene king because im able to have fun while I work knowing I can come in next shift being able to crack on straight away with what needs to be done and enjoy every second of it
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Greene King?
Don’t be afraid to ask questions or worry that no one will help, everyone I’ve seen is really friendly and willing to help if asked
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