Chef Academy Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

The Wordsworth; Town End; On-site; GBP 8,300 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday paid holiday

50% food discount

Stay from £1 in Jan–Mar

1/3 off room bookings

EAP confidential support

Job summary

The Inn Collection Group is launching The Wordsworth Inn in Grasmere and seeking enthusiastic individuals to join the Chef Academy Apprentice programme. You’ll gain practical masterclasses—from butchery to bread-making—and work in a busy, food-led kitchen as part of a supportive team.

Now in its fourth year, the Chef Academy offers real-world kitchen experience, mentorship from industry leaders, and a pathway to a successful hospitality career within an award-winning company.

Qualifications

• A real love for food and cooking that drives you every day.
• A “yes chef” attitude, willing to learn, take feedback, and get stuck in.
• You are able to travel to masterclasses, which are core to the programme.
• Committed to completing the full 12-month programme and making the most of every opportunity

Responsibilities

• Gain real kitchen experience while learning from professional chefs.
• Attend masterclasses and contribute to daily kitchen operations.
• Develop techniques to build confidence and culinary skills.

Skills

Love of food

Willing to learn

Team player

Education

Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship

Job description

The Inn Collection Group is launching The Wordsworth Inn in Grasmere and seeking enthusiastic individuals to join the Chef Academy Apprentice programme. You’ll gain practical masterclasses—from butchery to bread-making—and work in a busy, food-led kitchen as part of a supportive team.

Now in its fourth year, the Chef Academy offers real-world kitchen experience, mentorship from industry leaders, and a pathway to a successful hospitality career within an award-winning company.