Chef Apprenticeship: Fast-Track to Production Chef Level 2

Mitchells & Butlers plc; Rugby; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33% discount across all brands

20% discount for friends & family

Wagestream – access earned pay

Paid qualifications

Progression opportunities (Head Chef)

Gym membership discounts

Team socials

Job summary

Mitchells and Butlers is offering a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship, a full-time kitchen role with on-the-job training over 15 months. You’ll gain a nationally recognised qualification while supporting kitchen operations under experienced chefs, with progression opportunities and staff discounts.

No prior experience required; we train you in line with brand standards, health and safety, and learning modules as you work toward your apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training provided.
• You will learn production kitchen operations and standards.
• Adhere to brand standards, safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Communicate openly with the team to deliver outstanding food and service.
• Prepare, cook and present food safely and efficiently to standard.
• Handle guest queries and complaints promptly and professionally.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and back-of-house tidiness.
• Assist with stock rotation, prep, and throughput tasks.
• Stay updated on promotions and new products, and complete training modules.
• Complete daily and weekly cleaning tasks and documentation.

Skills

Teamwork

Food preparation

Safety & hygiene

Communication

Education

Functional Skills English

Functional Skills Maths

GCSEs or equivalent

Job description

Mitchells and Butlers is offering a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship, a full-time kitchen role with on-the-job training over 15 months. You’ll gain a nationally recognised qualification while supporting kitchen operations under experienced chefs, with progression opportunities and staff discounts.

No prior experience required; we train you in line with brand standards, health and safety, and learning modules as you work toward your apprenticeship.