Trainee Chef

Sodexo Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Perks at Work

Free meals on duty

Uniform and PPE provided

Holiday allowance + bank holidays

Wellbeing support

National chef competitions

Diverse supportive team

Job summary

Sodexo Group is seeking a motivated Trainee/Apprentice Chef to join the Roberts Diner kitchen at Larkhill Garrison, Larkhill, SP4 8QT. The role offers a fully funded Level 2 Chef Apprenticeship with real job experience in a fast-paced kitchen.

You’ll receive ongoing mentorship through the Sodexo Apprentice Culinary Academy, plus masterclasses and events to grow your culinary skills and career.

Qualifications

• A passion for food and a keen interest in a chef career.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Good verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete a fully funded Level 2 Chef Apprenticeship in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Gain real on-the-job experience while learning from professional chefs.
• Participate in Sodexo Apprentice Culinary Academy mentorship and masterclasses.
• Grow skills and shape your career with ongoing training and events.

Skills

Passion for food

Teamwork mindset

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Education

Level 2 Chef Apprenticeship

Job description

• 37.5 hours per week
• 5 out of 7 days
• Early Shift - 05:30 - 13:30 Late Shift - 10:30 - 18:30
• £12.71 per hour
• Free Car parking

Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is Larkhill, SP4 8QT

About the role:

Just Left School? Uni Not Your Thing? Ready to Cook Up a Career While Earning on the Job?

Sodexo is looking for a motivated Trainee / Apprentice Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team at Roberts Diner, Larkhill Garrison, Larkhill, SP4 8QT

What you’ll do:

• A fully funded Level 2 Chef Apprenticeship qualification
• Real job experience in a fast-paced, professional kitchen — learning from talented chefs
• Ongoing mentorship, training, and support via the Sodexo Apprentice Culinary Academy
• Specialist culinary masterclasses, events and competitions, including Plant Forward, Nutrition, and Chocolatier Masterclasses!
• A role that evolves with you. Grow your skills, shape your own journey, and build a career you’re proud of

What we’re looking for:

• A passion for food and a keen interest in a career as a chef
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards
• Good verbal communication skills

Who is this for?

• Just finished school or college and not sure what’s next?
• Uni not worked out, but you still want a qualification and career?
• Love food, cooking, and making people happy through great meals?
• Confident, curious, and keen to get stuck in with a can-do attitude?
• Ready to learn, grow, and take your skills to the next level?

Perks of the Job:

• “Perks at Work” platform - discounts on cinema, restaurants, retail and more
• Free meals on duty (site dependent)
• Uniform and personal protective equipment provided
• Holiday allowance + bank holidays
• Wellbeing and mental health support
• Opportunity to take part in national chef competitions and events
• Be part of a diverse, supportive team where your career really matters

About Sodexo

We’re one of the UK’s leading hospitality and facilities management providers, delivering services to schools, hospitals, defence sites, corporate offices and more. Through our Apprentice Culinary Academy, we invest in the next generation of chefs and that could be you.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications