Kitchen Apprentice

Curve Theatre; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cultural establishment in the United Kingdom is looking for a Kitchen Apprentice to join their Hospitality Team. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with excellent communication skills, and able to work well within a team. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is essential. Completion of the apprenticeship will lead to a qualification as a Production Chef. The application deadline is 4th January 2026, and interviews will be held the week commencing 12th January 2026.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with excellent communication skills.
• Respectful, punctual, reliable, and eager to learn.
• Positive and friendly attitude.
• Flexible with evening and weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Join the Hospitality Team as a Kitchen Apprentice.
• Work as part of a team in the kitchen.
• Complete apprenticeship to qualify as a Production Chef.

Skills

Self-motivated

Excellent communication skills

Respectful

Punctual

Reliable

Eager to learn

Positive attitude

Friendly attitude

Flexible approach to work

Job description

Curve Theatre

Curve is a leading producing theatre, creating compelling cultural experiences for all who live, learn, visit and work in Leicester. Under the leadership of Chief Executive Chris Stafford and Artistic Director Nikolai Foster, Curve has developed a reputation for producing, programming and touring a bold and diverse programme of musical, play, new work and dance. All of this is presented alongside a dynamic mix of community engagement and learning opportunities, which firmly places audiences and communities at the heart of everything we do.

Hospitality Team – Kitchen Apprentice

Curve is looking for someone to join our Hospitality Team as our new Kitchen Apprentice. You should be self‑motivated, have excellent communication skills, treat others with dignity and respect, and be able to work as part of a team. Punctuality, reliability, a willingness to learn and a positive, friendly attitude are essential. A keen interest in hospitality and theatre would be beneficial. A flexible approach to work, including evening and weekend hours, is required. Completion of your apprenticeship will lead to a qualification as a Production Chef, subject to an end point assessment.

Qualifications

• Self‑motivated, excellent communication skills.
• Respectful, punctual, reliable and eager to learn.
• Positive, friendly attitude.
• Flexible approach to work, including evening and weekend hours.

How to Apply

To find out more about becoming our Kitchen Apprentice, please contact [e-mail] to arrange an informal discussion with our Head Chef and Food and Beverage Manager (Operations). For further information about the apprenticeship please visit our website.

Closing date for applications

Midnight Sunday 4th January 2026

Interview date

We anticipate interviews to be held during the week commencing 12th January 2026.

EEO Statement

We are an inclusive organisation, from our trustees and team members to our audience and participants. We treat all job applicants equally, regardless of class, age, disability, gender identity or gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or any other equality characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the cultural sector.