Chef Apprenticeship
Warren - Wokingham · South East · RG40 5SB
About the role
Join the Premium Country Pub Collection team! 🧑🍳 We're all about creating epic food and drink experiences in gorgeous settings. Think stunning interiors, delicious plates, and awesome perks that’ll make guests remember their visit. ✨ This is your chance to level up your skills and dive into the fast-paced kitchen vibe! 🚀
As a Chef, your culinary creations are what bring guests back for more. You'll thrive in the energy of our kitchens, working alongside a killer team. With 19 brands and over 1600 businesses, the opportunities to grow are HUGE! 📈
What you'll be doing:
- Chatting openly with the whole team to serve up amazing food and service. 🤗
- Pitching in at team meetings – your ideas matter! 💡
- Whipping up food quickly, safely, and to perfection. 💯
- Handling guest questions and issues like a pro. 🤝
- Keeping the kitchen and back of house spotless. 🧼
- Setting up and closing down, managing stock like a boss. 📦
- Staying in the loop with all things business – promos, new products, etc. 📰
- Crushing all in-house training and e-learning modules. 📚
- Always following brand standards, laws, and company rules. ✅
- Filing all the necessary paperwork and daily tasks. ✍️
No experience needed – we’ll teach you everything! If you're eager to learn, have a passion for cooking, and want to be part of something special, we’ve got you covered. 💪
Your Apprenticeship Journey:
You’ll be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship over 15 months. This is a full-time kitchen role, getting hands-on experience with our awesome chefs while you train. You'll earn a nationally recognised qualification, help run our kitchens, and create unforgettable moments for our guests! 🎉
How it works:
- No college needed – all training is work-based, with face-to-face sessions and remote check-ins every 6 weeks with your Lifetime Learner Coach. 💻
- You'll have an in-workplace mentor for constant support. Mentor emoji: 👩🏫
- Gain Functional Skills in English and Maths if you need them. 🔢
- Regular feedback sessions every 12 weeks with you, your manager, and your coach. 🗣️
Perks of being part of the M&B crew:
- This is just the start! Loads of chances for further progression and higher-level apprenticeships. 🚀
- A massive 33% discount across all our brands. 💸
- 20% off for your friends and family. 🫶
- Wagestream: Manage your money and access earned pay when you need it. 📱
- Paid qualifications to boost your skills. 🎓
- Dreaming of being a Head Chef? We promote around 200 chefs to that role every year! 👑
- Gym membership discounts. 🏋️♀️
- Team Socials – work hard, play hard! 🥳
- Plus, a pension, 28 days paid holiday, high-street shopping discounts, and even free shares! 🎁
- A free employee helpline for whatever life throws at you. 💖
Wage:
- 16-20 year olds: £10.85 per hour.
- 21+ year olds: £12.71 per hour.
At M&B, we want you to feel supported, valued, and free to be yourself. Join us and help make every guest feel truly welcome. 👋
*Closing date is a guide – position may close early if a suitable candidate is found.*
Key responsibilities
- Prepare, cook and present food quickly, safely and efficiently to brand standard.
- Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen and back of house areas with great attention to detail.
- Have open communication with the entire team to ensure the delivery of outstanding food and service.
- Participate in all in-house training, e-learning and the completion of assigned learning modules.
- Always adhere to brand standards, licencing laws and all company policies and procedures.