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Priory Group

Chef Review

at Priory Group

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Dorking

Review Submitted: April 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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Design and preparation of menu for clients with mental issues plus staff caring for these clients. And upkeeping the general cleanliness of the kitchen.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoyed the process all be it a little stressful at times.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I've learnt many new things and also improved some of my general practises since starting my apprenticeship.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I found it to be very well structured.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I received a lot of support to start which diminished as I progressed.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I had a very good support from my trainer and was very happy with his work.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It has given me a lot more insight to the industry and helped me progress at Priory.
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
Not to my knowledge.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Priory Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
very supportive and many opportunities to further your career.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Priory Group?
The initial on-boarding process takes a while but I think considering the vulnerability of the patients in our care that is warranted to check backgrounds.
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