Apprentice Chef

Hilton; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton in Birmingham is seeking an Apprentice Chef to start your hospitality career in a busy hotel kitchen. You’ll train alongside experienced chefs, learn essential techniques, and contribute to delivering memorable guest experiences.

The role combines hands-on kitchen work with college-based study, with four on-site days and one college day each week, focusing on food preparation, safety, and teamwork. If you’re passionate about hospitality, Hilton offers structured training and culture to

Qualifications

• A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality.
• Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing.
• Inspiring others through Leadership.
• A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes.
• A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen operations: Assist chefs with food preparation, cooking, and plating dishes to ensure efficient service
• Develop culinary skills: Observe and practice essential techniques, including knife handling, sautéing, and baking
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness: Keep all work areas clean, tidy, and free of cross-contamination
• Participate in Health & Safety development programs: Complete online food hygiene training to gain new skills and knowledge and advance your culinary career
• Complete all aspects of the training programme
• 4 days on site in the hotel, and 1 day in college

Skills

Hospitality passion

Integrity

Leadership

Teamwork

Ownership

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an

Job Description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an Apprentice Chef, you’re not just working alongside experienced chefs to gain practical experience in a professional kitchen – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

• Support kitchen operations: Assist chefs with food preparation, cooking, and plating dishes to ensure efficient service
• Develop culinary skills: Observe and practice essential techniques, including knife handling, sautéing, and baking
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness: Keep all work areas clean, tidy, and free of cross-contamination
• Participate in Health & Safety development programs: Complete online food hygiene training to gain new skills and knowledge and advance your culinary career
• Complete all aspects of the training programme
• 4 days on site in the hotel, and 1 day in college

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About Us

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award‑winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world‑class brands , and a company‑wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.

About The Team

How We’ll Help You Thrive

Benefits

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40 USD/night at our world‑class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Through our Care for All hub, we provide resources to help our Team Members to care for themselves, care for members of their team, and care for their loved ones. Eligible Team Members receive free counseling and support through our best‑in‑class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.