Job Vacancies at Lick the Spoon

Trainee Chocolatier

An exciting opportunity to join a new team being established by multi-award winning Chocolatier Lick the Spoon, situated in it’s brand new production unit located in Corsham, Wiltshire. 

As a Trainee Chocolatier you will be helping to produce Lick the Spoon’s award winning chocolate ranges. You be will trained in a variety of production techniques including use of chocolate tempering and enrobing machinery as well as traditional artisan techniques. You will play a full role in the process from production through to packaging.

Working alongside one of the country’s most innovative Chocolatiers, there will be scope for you to develop your artistic skills, both in new product development and bespoke chocolate pieces.

Ideally you will have experience of working as a pastry chef or chocolatier, or have some professional kitchen experience. More importantly you must be passionate about food, eager to learn and have a creative touch. A team player, you will also be able to work on your own initiative and take responsibility for your given tasks.

You will be working straight shifts Monday to Friday, though due to the seasonal nature of the business you will need to be flexible with your working hours on occasion.
Ideally you will hold both a certificate in Basic Food Hygiene and a City & Guilds / NVQ Food qualification. However full training will be given to the successful candidate.

Applications are welcome from both full and part time applicants with payment pro-rata for part time.

Salary £12-15,000 PA

Applicants should apply in writing by 25th July 2009 sending a CV with covering letter to Diana Short, Lick the Spoon Ltd, 80 Langley Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 1DB. Alternatively applications can be emailed to info@lickthespoon.co.uk

 

 
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