Chef Apprentice
| Company: | Lifetime Training |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £200 - £200 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | NE1 6EE |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Posting date: | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 9 Sept 2026 |
Summary
We're looking for an enthusiastic Chef Apprentice who is eager to learn, grow & build a career within hospitality. We're keen to find individuals who we can help train in the hope of developing a long career with us for the future. This is a hands-on opportunity to work alongside experienced chefs, develop professional cooking skills and gain real experience in a fast-paced restaurant.
What You'll Be Doing
Assisting chefs with food preparation and basic cooking tasks
- Learning how to prepare and cook dishes to our kitchen standards
- Helping with ingredient preparation (chopping, measuring, portioning)
- Maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness and organisation
- Supporting the team during busy service periods
- Learning about food safety, hygiene, and kitchen operations
- Taking part in training and apprenticeship learning activities
What We're Looking For
- A genuine passion for food and cooking
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Reliability and a strong work ethic
- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- No extensive experience required - just enthusiasm and commitment
What We Offer
- On-the-job training from experienced chefs
- Regular check-ins with our executive chef team to discuss your progress
- A supportive and friendly kitchen team
- Opportunity to develop culinary skills and progress your career
- Employee discount of 50% off drinks & 25% off food in all venues after 3 month
What your apprenticeship includes
- A mixture of face to face and skype/phone catch ups every 4 - 6 weeks to discuss feedback and progress
- A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
- Reviews every 12 weeks with your Line Manager and apprenticeship Trainer
- The chance to get Functional Skills in English and maths (if you don't already have GCSE)
- A Senior Production Chef Qualification once you have completed the 15 month programme
At Vaulkhard Group, as a Chef Apprentice, you will be working towards the Production Chef Level 2 apprenticeship, over the duration of 18months, alongside your daily roles and responsibilities.