Commis Chef Apprenticeship

Fortnum & Mason; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious culinary establishment in the UK is offering a Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship. Over 12-16 months, apprentices will learn classical and modern cookery, rotate through key kitchen sections, and uphold high hygiene standards. No prior experience is necessary—passion and commitment are essential. This role offers a competitive wage, complimentary meals, staff discounts, and potential career progression to higher chef positions. A unique opportunity for culinary enthusiasts to develop their skills in a renowned kitchen.

Benefits

Competitive apprenticeship wage

Complimentary meals on duty

Staff discounts

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• No prior experience is required – just enthusiasm and a desire to learn.
• Ability to work full-time throughout the apprenticeship.
• Must not hold an equivalent or higher-level qualification.

Responsibilities

• Master fundamental cookery skills including stocks, sauces, and pastries.
• Rotate through preparation, hot, cold, and pastry sections.
• Uphold hygiene and safety standards in a luxury environment.
• Contribute to dishes that delight guests from around the world.
• Participate in formal learning of culinary theory and nutrition.

Skills

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Maths and English GCSEs

Job description

Join Fortnum & Mason's Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship and begin your culinary journey in one of London's most iconic kitchens. Over 12-16 months, you'll master classical and modern cookery, rotate through key sections, and learn from our celebrated chefs. No prior experience is needed-just passion, commitment, and a desire to craft exceptional dishes,

Responsibilities

• Master the fundamentals of classical and modern cookery: knife skills, stocks, sauces, meat, fish, and pastry.
• Rotate through key sections – Preparation, Hot, Cold, Pastry – under the guidance of some of the Hospitality Industry's best chefs.
• Uphold the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and presentation in a fast-paced, luxury environment.
• Contribute to dishes that define British culinary artistry and delight guests from around the world, a nationally recognised Level 2 Commis Chef qualification.
• One day per week of formal learning in culinary theory, nutrition, and safety.
• Hands‑on training in an iconic kitchen celebrated for its craftsmanship and creativity.
• Career progression: opportunities to advance to Level 3 Chef de Partie and beyond within Fortnum & Mason.
• A genuine passion for food and fine dining.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• No prior experience required – just enthusiasm and a desire to learn.

Eligibility

• Typically, the applicant must possess Maths and English GCSEs.
• Residency requirement: you must have lived in the UK for at least three years immediately prior to the start of the apprenticeship, unless exempt under government funding rules.
• Right to work in the UK and ability to meet apprenticeship funding criteria.
• Must be able to work full‑time throughout the entire apprenticeship.
• The applicant must not already hold an equivalent or higher‑level qualification and must not be currently enrolled in formal education.

Benefits

• Competitive apprenticeship wage plus holiday pay.
• Complimentary meals on duty and full uniform provided.
• Staff discounts across Fortnum & Mason.
• Pension scheme and wellbeing support.