Apprentice Chef

Greene King; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 8,300 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

EAP program

Enhanced maternity/paternity

Menopause friendly

In-house discounts

Refer a friend bonus

Wagestream access

Retail discounts

Job summary

Farmhouse Inns, part of Greene King, is hiring an Apprentice Chef in Liverpool. You will learn on the job, prepare and present meals, and work under a mentor with regular coaching. The program includes four masterclasses covering expert cooking skills across different areas.

You will gain Functional Skills in English and Maths, with support if needed, plus structured reviews every 12 weeks to track progress.

Qualifications

• Aged 18 or over due to safety and operational requirements.
• Apprenticeship delivered through work-based training with a mentor.
• GCSE or equivalent in maths and English if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to guarantee team and visitor safety.
• Communicate clearly with the team to provide high-quality meals on time.
• Keep up to date with new products, menus and promotions.

Skills

Food preparation

Hygiene and safety

Team communication

Menu and product knowledge

Job description

Due to the nature of this role, applicants must be aged 18 or over. The position involves the independent operation of kitchen equipment and working patterns that cannot be undertaken by individuals under the age of 18. This requirement is necessary to ensure all aspects of the role can be carried out safely and in accordance with health and safety requirements and operational needs.

At Farmhouse Inns, we’re all about bringing you delicious food and drink for every taste, every occasion… and every appetite! From midweek dinners to Sunday lunches, you’ll always find quality dishes and great value at Farmhouse Inns. We’re passionate about creating a pub dining experience that feels like home. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality and value.

As an Apprentice Chef, you will…

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors.
• Communicate clearly with your team in order to provide high-quality meals to customers on time.
• Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions.

We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why you will benefit from…

• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
• Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies
• Menopause Friendly Employer
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them!
• Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more…

What your apprenticeship includes:

• You won’t need to attend college, our apprenticeships are delivered through work based training which includes a mixture of face-to-face sessions and remote Team calls with your Lifetime Learner Coach every 6 weeks. You will also have a mentor within the workplace to support you.
• Obtain Functional Skills in English and Maths, with support tailored to your needs (if you don’t already have GCSE or equivalents)
• Reviews every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager and Lifetime Learner Coach including feedback sessions.

Alongside working full time as an Apprentice Chef, you will also be joining our unique Chef Academy, where you will have the opportunity to attend four masterclasses designed to teach you expert knowledge and technical skills involved in 4 different areas of cooking.

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We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make – across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.