Commis Chef – Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship

Butlin's; Minehead; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Butlin's is offering a Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship in Minehead. You’ll learn to prepare and cook dishes to a consistent standard while gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

The role supports a busy kitchen and focuses on food safety and guest experience in a vibrant holiday environment. We’re seeking enthusiastic individuals willing to learn, with the flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is helpful but not essential.
• What matters most is enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and the flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene standards.
• Help deliver an amazing guest experience.
• Work across venues and menus with talented chefs.

Job description

As a Chef with us, you’ll be joining our kitchen team on a Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship. This means you’ll be paid while you learn, gaining a nationally recognised qualification at the same time. You’ll learn how to prepare and cook dishes to a consistent standard, work safely with food and allergens, and help a kitchen to run smoothly. Most of your learning happens right here in our kitchens, working alongside experienced chefs you’ll build the skills and confidence to take the next step in your cooking career.

At Butlin’s, dining is a huge part of the holiday experience. As one of our chefs, you’ll help create memorable moments through fantastic food.

We believe variety is the spice of life, and you’ll get plenty of it here. We serve up everything from American-style favourites and traditional fish and chips to chargrilled chicken and pub classics. We’re also home to Europe’s only Papa John’s pizza buffet!

You’ll support the smooth running of the kitchen by preparing and presenting high-quality dishes, maintaining excellent food hygiene standards and helping deliver an amazing experience for our guests. Along the way, you’ll be able to build your skills and confidence, while working alongside talented chefs across a range of venues and menus.

Previous experience in a similar role is helpful but not essential. What matters most is enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and the flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Department Buffets Employment Type Permanent - Full Time Location Minehead Workplace type Onsite Compensation £13.50 - £14.00 / hour

About You

We’re looking for people who enjoy being part of a team and working in a lively environment. You’ll bring energy, passion and a positive ‘get stuck in’ attitude, along with the ability to stay calm under pressure and keep smiling during the busiest mealtimes.

If you’re someone who takes pride in what you do and thrives in a fast-moving kitchen, we’d love to see what you can bring to the table.

About Butlin's

Did you know Billy Butlin was the first person to introduce dodgems to the UK? That's right, 'fun' is in our DNA, and we've been delighting guests for almost 90 years.

Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they'll say about working at Butlin's is our culture.

As The Home of Entertainment, we pull out all the stops to provide our guests with an 'Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break', from all-action family holidays to adult-only Big Weekenders, brought to life through our three mighty values. So, if you're looking for a role where you can Create Smiles, where you aren't afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Care For Each Other, we think you'll fit right in!

Our Hiring Process

Stage 6:

DBS Check

Stage 7:

Hired

Stage 1:

Applied

Stage 2:

Review

Stage 3:

Phone Interview

Stage 4:

Group Recruitment Session

Stage 5:

It's Decision Time!

Stage 7:

Hired

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