Chef Review
at Aspens Services
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Catering
Bristol
Review Submitted: February 2026
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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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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
Cooking in school catering, following government guidelines and Aspens Services procedures
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
My level 4 Hospitality manager course has enabled me to have the confidence to apply and succeed in a Unit Manager role within the Aspens Services business
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Management skills, legislative knowledge has increased, customer attainment skills have all increased along with my confidence in my abilities.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very good, each section broken down into accessible parts.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
SASM was supportive, I always had cover in the team when I had study days out.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Skills coach and all colleagues of The Academy were friendly, knowledgeable and approachable
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Couldn't have attempted the promotion without it
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Networking with other L4 Apprentices was very helpful
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Aspens Services to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Fully paid qualification, and the ethos of the business is good
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Aspens Services?
Take as much training as you can. Its worthwhile.
