Catering and Hospitality

What you need to know about the Highfield Level 2 End-Point Assessment for Commis Chef

Who is this Standard for?

This apprenticeship is for individuals working within a commis chef environment. As a commis chef apprentice, your role will depend on your employer. The learning journey of any chef will vary considerably from one individual to the next; however, it is necessary to understand and have experience in the basics that this role provides in order to progress to any future senior chef role.

Programme structure

This is a level 2 apprenticeship standard that has a minimum duration of 12 months.

Assessment Plan

This standard is currently being assessed against two different versions of the assesment plan. The assessment plan to be selected is determined by the apprentice's on-programme start date. For more information, please visit here.

Endpoint assessment methods for AP01

• On-demand test
• Practical observation
• Culinary challenge
• Professional discussion

Endpoint assessment methods for AP04

• Knowledge test
• Practical observation with questions
• Professional discussion underpinned by portfolio of evidence

You can find resources to prepare for and support end-point assessment for this standard here.

Qualification - We have developed the Highfield Level 2 Diploma in Working as a Commis Chef (RQF) that maps directly to the standard. 

Apprenti-kit - The effective delivery of this standard can be supported by the Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenti-kit.