Apprentice Chef

About the role

Calling all aspiring food fanatics! 🍳 Ready to whip up some seriously delicious magic and kickstart your career in the kitchen? Core Hotels is on the hunt for Apprentice Chefs who live and breathe all things food and are driven to craft the perfect dish, every single time. 🏆 If you’ve got a sharp eye for detail, can handle the heat during a fast-paced service, and want to be a star player in our kitchen crew, this is your moment! ✨

We’re a collection of awesome pubs with rooms across the UK, offering cosy stays, killer service, and vibes for everyone – from countryside escapes 🌳 to seaside adventures 🌊 and buzzing city breaks. 🏙️

As an Apprentice Chef, you'll be:

• Cooking up a storm: Prepare, cook, and present food that’s not only top-notch but also totally wows our customers. 💯

• Kitchen ninja: Keep our kitchen sparkling clean and super safe, looking out for your teammates and all our guests. 🛡️

• Team player: Chat clearly with your crew to serve up amazing meals on time, every time. 🗣️

• Trendsetter: Stay in the loop with the freshest products, menu updates, and cool promotions. 🚀

What’s in it for YOU? We’re all about celebrating your hard work! 🎉

• Foodie discounts: Get 33% off all our brands for you and 15% for your loved ones – yes, more deliciousness for less! 🍔

• Support squad: A free employee assistance program for your mental, physical, and financial well-being. You’re important to us! ❤️

• Amazing family policies: Enhanced maternity and paternity leave. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

• Menopause friendly: We’ve got your back.

• Getaway deals: Enjoy 50% off stays at our Greene King Inns and hotels for you, and 25% for your crew – spontaneous weekend trips, anyone? 🗺️

• Refer-a-friend bonus: Know someone awesome? Refer them for a new role and bag up to £1,500! 💸

• Wagestream access: Get paid early when you need it most. Life happens! ⚡

• Retail perks: Score up to 30% off at Superdrug and exclusive deals with Three Mobile, plus loads more! 🛍️

Your Apprenticeship Journey:

• No college? No problem! Our apprenticeships are hands-on, work-based training. You'll have face-to-face sessions and remote check-ins with your Learner Coach every 6 weeks, plus a dedicated mentor in the kitchen. 🤝

• Master English & Maths: Get tailored support for Functional Skills if you don’t already have your GCSEs or equivalent. 📚

• Regular check-ins: Every 12 weeks, we’ll review your progress with you, your manager, and your Learner Coach. Feedback is key! 👍

• Join our Chef Academy: Alongside your full-time role, you’ll dive into four expert masterclasses, mastering specialized cooking skills. 🧑‍🍳

We're building spaces where everyone feels welcome, safe, and truly belongs. 🌟 Come cook with us!

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors.
• Communicate clearly with your team in order to provide high-quality meals to customers on time.
• Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions.

Skills