Apprentice Chef

Getting In Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality company as an Apprentice Chef, gaining hands-on experience while earning a recognised qualification. Over the 12-15 month program, you will learn key kitchen skills and receive extensive support, with opportunities to attend Chef Academy masterclasses.

Benefits

Learn while you earn

Up to 30% discount across high street retail stores

24/7 support from external counsellor

Qualifications

• Basic cooking skills desired.
• Good working attitude is essential.
• Ability to work in a busy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, cooking, and presentation of food.
• Maintain portion control and minimize wastage.
• Support Head Chef with orders and stock taking.

Skills

Team Working

Organisation Skills

Education

Willingness to learn cooking skills

Job description

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Apprentice Chef

, Apply From: 16/06/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

Employer

Marstons - Holmcroft Stafford PP

Vacancy Description

Are you ready to turn your hand to new skills? We're looking for a motivated individual to join our team as an Apprentice Chef - helping our kitchen team make amazing food for our guests.

As part of this apprenticeship, you'll work towards a Production Chef - Level 2 qualification. The training will be delivered in the form of work-based learning and will include functional skills.

Have you got what it takes? You'll be responsible for assisting in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food to company specification with the support and direction of tasks set by the Head Chef.

As a Chef Apprentice you'll be:

• Ensuring all menu items and specials are prepared, cooked and presented to company specification.
• Maintaining portion control and ensuring wastage is kept to a minimum.
• Assisting the Head Chef with orders, stock taking, food hygiene, and development of the team.
• Ensuring that all kitchen equipment is maintained and is working correctly.

You'll have basic cooking skills with the desire to learn and pick up new ones. You'll have a good working attitude and enjoy the buzz of working in a busy kitchen environment.

What you get from us:At Marston's we're one big family. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:

• Learn while you earn - gain a nationally recognised qualification and get paid for it!
• Up to 30% discount across high street retail stores as part of the apprenticeship.
• A friendly and lively atmosphere, working alongside passionate and diverse teammates.
• Access to 24/7 support from an external counsellor for financial, mental, and emotional well-being support.

What you get from your apprenticeship:The programme will last for 12 - 15 months enabling you to develop through a structured training programme. You'll gain a nationally recognised Standard giving you an ideal grounding for a career in hospitality.

• Learning is all on-site, with no need to attend college
• Option to attend Chef Academy masterclasses at central venues - digging deeper into culinary skills around meat, poultry, vegetarian, vegan, fish, and shellfish dishes which take place 6 times a year
• Ongoing support, help and advice from your manager and our apprenticeship provider

We're excited to see what we can achieve together!

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Apprentice Chef

Employer Description

We've been running pubs and brewing beer in one form or another for more than 185 years - a heritage that we're incredibly proud of! Today we operate more than 1,400 pubs, bars and hotels.

Vacancy Location

Holmcroft Road ST16 1JB

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000325969

Key Dates

Apply From

16/06/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-07-12 11:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-07-18 12:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

Chef Academy Production Chef Level 2, including Functional Skills in Maths and English.

Learning Provider

LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

Skills Required

Team WorkingOrganisation Skills

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