Military Chef Apprenticeship: Start Your Culinary Career

British Army; Little London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Free medical and dental care

Free gym and sports facilities

Job summary

British Army is seeking an entry-level Regular Army Chef. You will prepare meals from fine dining to humanitarian aid, supporting soldiers with energy and morale in demanding environments. You’ll join a specialist culinary team and work toward degree-level qualifications in food, hygiene and health & safety.

Training starts immediately; progression can lead to Corporal in five years with competitive pay and extensive leave. Benefits include medical care, gym access, and travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be between 16 years 6 months and 35 years 6 months and pass a basic fitness test.
• Entry-level training provided; progression possible through structured Army training.
• Qualifications up to degree level in food, hygiene and health & safety available during service.

Responsibilities

• Provide fine dining, state banquets, humanitarian aid and disaster relief.
• Give soldiers energy and morale to complete missions.
• Maintain highest culinary standards in challenging environments.

Skills

Fine dining

State banquets

Food hygiene

Education

Degree-level qualifications in food, hygiene and health & safety

Job description

British Army is seeking an entry-level Regular Army Chef. You will prepare meals from fine dining to humanitarian aid, supporting soldiers with energy and morale in demanding environments. You’ll join a specialist culinary team and work toward degree-level qualifications in food, hygiene and health & safety.

Training starts immediately; progression can lead to Corporal in five years with competitive pay and extensive leave. Benefits include medical care, gym access, and travel opportunities.