Apprentice Chef - Pottergate Golf Club

Lincoln College; Norwich; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid forklift license (age-適用)

Bonus after probation

Golf membership

Job summary

Pottergate Golf Club is offering a unique Apprentice Chef opportunity, providing hands-on training under an experienced chef. You will learn food preparation, cooking, presentation, and kitchen organization while earning a recognised Apprenticeship Standard in Production Chef Level 2.

The role includes a 37.5-hour week, with shifts Monday–Saturday, and potential progression to a permanent position on successful completion.

Qualifications

• Customer care skills
• Logical mindset and problem solving
• Creative approach to culinary tasks
• Initiative to learn and adapt in a kitchen environment

Responsibilities

• Assist the main chef in food preparation, cooking and presentation according to club standards and recipes
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, including equipment and workstations
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to coordinate meal service and ensure efficient workflow
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in inventory management, including restocking supplies and ingredients
• Adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities as directed by the main chef or management

Skills

Customer care

Logical

Creative

Initiative

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

A unique Apprentice Chef opportunity has come up at the family-owned Pottergate Golf Club. You'll work closely with our experienced Chef to create exceptional dining experiences for our valued members. Enjoy hands-on training and the opportunity to develop your culinary skills, all while receiving a complimentary golf membership.Given the location of the business, Pottergate Golf Club is prepared to assist the successful candidate with private transportation options, such as taxis.

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands‑on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

Assist the main chef in food preparation, cooking and presentation according to club standards and recipes

Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, including equipment and workstations

Collaborate with other kitchen staff to coordinate meal service and ensure efficient workflow

Monitor inventory levels and assist in inventory management, including restocking supplies and ingredients

Adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities as directed by the main chef or management

What Training Will the Apprentice Take and What Qualification Will the Apprentice Get at the End?

The successful candidate will work towards achieving their Apprenticeship Standard in Production Chef Level 2.

A dedicated work‑based trainer will be assigned to the candidate to provide them with support and guidance throughout the course. This is a predominately work‑based programme with College attendance required once a month. All learning will take place at the candidate's place of employment/College and within their contracted working hours.

What is the Expected Career Progression After this Apprenticeship?

A permanent position may be available upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship.

Desired Skills and Personal Qualities

Customer care skills

Logical

Creative

Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or equivalent) desirable

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Other requirements

Given the location of the business, Pottergate Golf Club is prepared to assist the successful candidate with private transportation options, such as taxis.

Monday to Saturday 08:30 - 15:00. Sunday 12:00 - 14:30. Shifts to be confirmed once Apprentice has been appointed. 37.5 hours a week. Seasonal hours will be confirmed throughout the calendar year.

£12,480 a year. The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Salary: £16,640 to £26,436.80, depending on your age National Minimum Wage Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

• Company-paid training options to gain your forklift license (age-appropriate).
• Bonus after 6-month probation

Salary: £17,472 to £27,758.64, depending on your age