Chef Apprenticeship

About the role

Join the Inn Crowd at Vintage Inns! 🍻 We're a collection of charming rural pubs where muddy boots and wagging tails are always welcome. Think roaring log fires 🔥, delicious traditional food 🍔, and a super cosy atmosphere. If you're ready to be part of something special, we want to hear from you!

As a Chef with us, your amazing food is the reason our guests keep coming back for more! 🤩 You'll love the buzz of a fast-paced kitchen ⚡, working as a tight-knit team to create culinary magic. With 19 brands and 1600 locations, the opportunities to level up your skills and grow your career in our kitchens are endless! 🚀

What you'll be doing:

• Chatting with your awesome team to serve up incredible food and service, always having each other's back. 🤗
• Jumping into team meetings and sharing your brilliant ideas. 💡
• Whipping up, cooking, and presenting food that's on point – fast, safe, and delicious, every single time. 💯
• Making sure our guests are happy, sorting out any questions or issues like a pro. 👍
• Keeping our kitchen and back-of-house areas spotless and organised. ✨
• Getting the department prepped and packed down, keeping stock fresh and ready. 📦
• Staying in the loop with what's happening in the business, from promotions to new menu items. 📰
• Getting stuck into all our training, including e-learning modules. 🎓
• Always sticking to brand standards, legal stuff, and company rules. 📜
• Completing all the important paperwork, including food safety checks. ✅

No experience? No problem! We'll teach you everything you need to know. If you're eager to learn, have a passion for cooking, and want to be part of a team you're proud of, we've got you covered! 🙌

Your Apprenticeship Journey:

You'll be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship over 15 months. You'll be in a full-time role in the kitchen, learning from our experienced chefs while getting top-notch training. You'll gain a nationally recognised qualification and become a vital part of running our kitchens, creating unforgettable food experiences for our guests! 🌟

What your apprenticeship includes:

• No college required! Your training is all work-based, with a mix of in-person sessions and regular remote catch-ups with your dedicated Coach. 💻
• You'll have a mentor right there in the workplace to guide you. 🧑‍🏫
• Gain essential Functional Skills in English and maths (if you don't have them already). 📚
• Regular reviews every 12 weeks to track your progress and get feedback. 📈

Awesome Perks for our Team:

• Once you're done, this is just the beginning! Explore higher-level apprenticeships and keep climbing. 🪜
• A massive 33% discount across ALL our brands! 🥳
• 20% discount for your friends and family. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
• Wagestream: Your financial BFF, helping you manage money and access earned pay when you need it. 💸
• Paid qualifications and chances to grow your career. 🌱
• On average, 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year! 👑
• Discounts on gym memberships. 🏋️‍♀️
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard! 🎉
• Pension scheme 💰, 28 days paid holiday 🏖️, high-street shopping discounts 🛍️, and free company shares! 💎
• A free employee helpline for whatever life throws your way. 📞

Your Pay:

• 16-20 year olds: £10.85 per hour
• 21+ year olds: £12.71 per hour

At Mitchells & Butlers, we believe in supporting you, valuing you, and letting you be you. Come join a fantastic team and help us make every guest feel truly welcome. 🥰

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, promoting a supportive atmosphere where you assist other team members whenever possible
• 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

Skills