Apprentice Chef: Learn on the Job, Mon-Fri

Aramark Northern Europe; Leicester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate £10.42 per hour

Full time – 35 hours per week

Free meal on shift

Free on site parking

Free uniform provided

Nest pension contribution

Job summary

Aramark Northern Europe is seeking an Apprentice Chef in Leicester to join our kitchen team at WQE College, Regent Rd, LE1 7LW. You will train under a Chef to gain your culinary qualification and perform day-to-day cooking tasks, learning on the job.

This role emphasizes teamwork, following recipe cards, and maintaining kitchen records. No prior experience is required beyond a willingness to learn; expect Monday–Friday shifts, on-site work, and opportunities to progress through apprenticeship

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and passion for cooking.
• Good team player and communicator.

Responsibilities

• Train under a Chef to gain a culinary qualification.
• Perform day-to-day tasks of a Chef and learn on the job.
• Work as part of a team of chefs and communicate effectively.
• Follow recipe cards to prepare, cook and serve meals.
• Complete daily paperwork for due diligence and kitchen records.
• Assist with deliveries and stock checks; place food orders.
• Sign off on deliveries with Chef manager/Catering manager.
• Monitor temperatures of fridges, freezers, hot cabinets, and serveries.
• Participate in daily/weekly kitchen cleans and deep cleans.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Job description

Aramark Northern Europe is seeking an Apprentice Chef in Leicester to join our kitchen team at WQE College, Regent Rd, LE1 7LW. You will train under a Chef to gain your culinary qualification and perform day-to-day cooking tasks, learning on the job.

This role emphasizes teamwork, following recipe cards, and maintaining kitchen records. No prior experience is required beyond a willingness to learn; expect Monday–Friday shifts, on-site work, and opportunities to progress through apprenticeship