Apprentice Chef

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Moorgreen; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking an Apprentice Chef to join their team in Moorgreen, England. The role involves assisting in food preparation and presentation while completing a Level 2 Apprenticeship. Candidates should possess a passion for food, a positive attitude, and a commitment to customer service. This position offers competitive pay, extensive training, and numerous employee perks including discounts, paid holidays, and a supportive work environment aimed at career growth.

Benefits

£12.21 per hour plus service charge

28 days paid holiday increasing with service

Exclusive high‑street discounts

Industry-leading Team Member discounts

Access to leadership and development programmes

Exceptional Career opportunities

50% off in Hilton restaurants

Uniforms provided and laundered

Free meals on shift

24/7 access to Employee Assistant Programme

Dedicated 1-2-1 support throughout your apprenticeship

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for food and cooking.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food to the highest standard.
• Contribute to high levels of customer service.
• Comply with Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations.
• Complete all aspects of the apprenticeship programme.
• Work a variety of shifts including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Skills

Positive attitude

Committed to delivering a high level of customer service

Ability to work on your own or in teams

The ability to deal with enquiries in a professional and polite manner

Job description

Job Description - Apprentice Chef (HOT0C7K7)

Job Number

Apprentice Chef HOT0C7K7

Work Locations

Hilton Southampton – Utilita Bowl, Botley Road, West End Southampton, SO30 3XH

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK’s #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2025, AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS!

As an Apprentice Chef with Hilton you will be working towards a Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over the course of 15 months with our training partner, Lifetime Training

Benefits and Pay

• £12.21 per hour plus service charge
• 28 days paid holiday increasing with service
• Exclusive high‑street discounts through Perks at Work portal
• Industry‑leading Team Member discounts on hotel stays for you, your family and friends
• Access to leadership and development programmes through Hilton University
• Exceptional Career opportunities and wellbeing programmes to help you thrive in the workplace
• Reward programmes, incentives and team member recognition, as well as long service awards
• 50% off in Hilton restaurants and bars (subject to individual outlets)
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Uniforms provided and laundered complimentary
• Free meals on shift
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) & Wellbeing Hub
• Dedicated 1-2-1 support throughout your apprenticeship
• Functional Maths and English skills offered alongside the programme

What will I be doing?

An Apprentice Chef will also be required to undertake all reasonable duties as assigned by the Head Chef.

Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food to the highest standard
• Contribute to high levels of customer service
• Comply with Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations
• Complete all aspects of the apprenticeship programme
• Work a variety of shifts including early mornings, evenings and weekends

What are the desired skills?

To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Positive attitude
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Ability to work on your own or in teams
• The ability to deal with enquiries in a professional and polite manner

What are the desired personal qualities?

• A passion for food and cooking
• Willingness to learn
• The ability to stay calm under pressure
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment

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