Chef Apprentice

Sodexo; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service company in the UK is seeking eager individuals to join their Apprentice Culinary Academy as Commis Chefs. This position will allow you to learn and earn in a dynamic kitchen environment while gaining valuable culinary skills. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food and a willingness to learn. Join today to kick-start your culinary career!

Benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Discounts for employees and family

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• No kitchen experience required; bring your energy and passion for food.
• Curious and ready to learn new skills.
• Great attention to detail in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced kitchen alongside experienced chefs.
• Prep, cook, and plate dishes with care.
• Participate in culinary masterclasses.

Skills

Love for food

Confidence

Team player

Education

Fully funded Commis Chef qualification

Job description

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with shifts between 7:00am and 4:00pm. £11.50 per hour. Free on-site parking. Check your local transport links
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Just left school and not feeling the uni route? This could be the start of something amazing. If you’ve got a love for food, a spark of energy, and the drive to make people smile with every plate you serve, Sodexo wants you on our team.

We’re inviting you to join our Apprentice Culinary Academy as a Commis Chef — where you’ll earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience in a real kitchen, and train alongside some of the best chefs in the business. You’ll master essential skills, build confidence, and open doors to a career that could take you anywhere — from running your own kitchen to cooking for thousands at high-profile events.

This isn’t just a job. It’s your first step into a career that’s rewarding, creative, and full of flavour. If you’ve got the passion, we’ve got the kitchen. Let’s get cooking.

What You'll Be Serving Up:

• Dive into the buzz of a fast-paced kitchen, working side-by-side with experienced chefs
• Learn how to prep, cook, and plate dishes that taste incredible and look the part
• Take part in exclusive culinary masterclasses – from indulgent chocolate work to nutrition and plant-forward cooking
• Study towards a fully funded Commis Chef qualification
• Grow your skills and confidence every single day

What You Bring:

• No kitchen experience? No problem – bring your energy and we’ll teach you the rest
• A genuine love for food and cooking
• Curious, confident, and ready to soak up new skills
• A great team player with an eye for detail
• Reliable, enthusiastic, and at your best when working with people

What We Offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & your family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Start your culinary career today – learn, earn, and cook up your future!