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Whitbread plc

Grill chef Review

at Whitbread plc

Level 3 Apprenticeship

King's Lynn

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

4.4 /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
4/5 - 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
My job involves working in a busy kitchen doing many jobs such as cook plating up and doing starters
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy learning new things with my lifetime team member

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt more about food safety, the different legislations and rules, I've also learnt about stock control and deliveries

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very well structured and organised for my needs, I need different adjustments to support me which is in place
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I recieve some support from my employer, he prompts me to do my training. But I could do with a bit more support at times.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive lots of support from my coach, she does one to one sessions and breaks down things I dont understand for me
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Certain things help me like the things I have learnt about communication has helped me to communicate better when im at work
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
None that I know of other than we do charity things for gosh

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Whitbread plc to a friend?
No
Why?
I dont think the payscale is right for the different positions
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Whitbread plc?
As it hospitality you will likely be working long hours but if you have a good team then the days can be good
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