Chef Apprenticeship

Getting In Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team as an apprentice Chef and embark on an exciting culinary journey! This apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to learn from passionate chefs while gaining a Level 2 Production Chef qualification. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the kitchen's success and creating memorable dining experiences for guests. With a supportive team around you, this role is perfect for those eager to learn and grow in the culinary arts. Enjoy a range of benefits, including discounts and a chance to make lifelong friends while mastering essential cooking skills.

Benefits

33% discount across all brands

Funded qualification up to degree level

Pension

28 days paid holiday

High-street shopping discounts

Free shares

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed; willing to learn is essential.
• Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship included.

Responsibilities

• Champion brand standards and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Prepare ingredients and cook according to recipes.

Skills

Team Working

Organisation Skills

Education

Functional Skills in English

Functional Skills in Maths

Job description

Chef Apprenticeship

Apply From: 03/02/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

Employer

The Ancient Oak - Cottam

Vacancy Description

As an apprentice Chef at Ember Inns, we will help you master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You'll thrive off the hustle and bustle of a fast-paced kitchen, with the support of a close-knit team, because it's the people that make it all worthwhile.

Responsibilities:

1. Be a champion of brand standards
2. Keep your kitchen clean
3. Prepare everything that is needed before a busy shift
4. Cook to spec and work with recipes

You don't need any experience as we can teach you everything! If you are willing to learn and be proud to work with us, we can show you exactly what it takes to become a vital team member in any kitchen.

You'll take on a full-time role in the kitchen under the supervision of passionate chefs alongside your training. Not only do you gain a Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship, you will be able to support the running of our kitchens, creating some amazing moments making sure that quality never slips for our guests!

What your apprenticeship includes:

1. A mixture of face to face and skype/phone catch ups every 4 - 6 weeks
2. A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
3. Reviews every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager and Lifetime Trainer
4. Feedback sessions to discuss progress
5. Obtain Functional Skills in English and Maths (if you don't already have GCSE or equivalents)
6. 30 hours paid work every week

Benefits for M&B Staff:

1. Love eating out? You'll love it even more with a massive 33% discount across all our brands.
2. Never a dull moment - fun, laughs and lifelong friends!
3. Funded qualification up to degree level
4. Charity is important to us. From the company charities to the one which is close to your heart; you can choose how to give something back
5. Enjoy a 33% discount off a cosy stay at our Inn Keepers Lodges
6. On top of all this, we offer a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares!

Wage:

16-20 year olds: £8.60 per hour

21+ year olds: £11.44 per hour

At Mitchells and Butlers you will be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over the course of 15 months.

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Chef Apprenticeship

Employer Description

You already know Mitchells & Butlers, even if you don't realise it! That's because we run many of the UK's most famous restaurant and pub brands, including: All Bar One, Sizzling Pubs, Vintage Inns, Harvester, Ember Inns, Toby Carvery, Crown Carveries, Castle, Nicholson's, Premium Country Dining Group, O'Neill's, Alex, Village Pub & Kitchen, Miller & Carter, Browns, Innkeeper's Lodge, Orchid Pubs and The Oak Tree.

Vacancy Location

Merrytrees Lane PR4 0NZ

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000299762

Key Dates

Apply From

03/02/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-02-19 11:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-02-25 12:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

Production Chef Apprenticeship L2 including Functional Skills in Maths and English

Skills Required

Team Working, Organisation Skills