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Chef Apprenticeship

Oakford Social Club - Reading · South East · RG1 1PZ

Apprenticeship Level 2 Hospitality & Catering
Salaryยฃ16,926 yearly
LocationSouth East
PostcodeRG1 1PZ
Start date26 Oct 2026
Apply by19 Oct 2026
QualificationProduction chef (level 2)
Training providerlifetime training group limited
Job ID51683
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About the role

Join our Culinary Crew! ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿณ As a Chef, your amazing food keeps our guests coming back for more! ๐ŸŽ‰ We're a fast-paced kitchen environment where teamwork is key. With 19 brands and 1600 locations, your growth opportunities are HUGE! ๐Ÿš€

Key Responsibilities:

  • Chat openly with the whole team to serve up awesome food and service, always helping your colleagues. ๐Ÿค
  • Jump into team meetings and share your brilliant ideas. ๐Ÿ’ก
  • Cook and present food like a pro โ€“ fast, safe, and up to our high standards. ๐Ÿ’ฏ
  • Handle guest questions and complaints like a superstar. โญ
  • Keep the kitchen and back-of-house spotless and organised. โœจ
  • Manage stock rotation, prep, and closing duties like a boss. ๐Ÿ“ฆ
  • Stay in the loop with our latest offers and products. ๐Ÿ“ฐ
  • Dive into all training, online and in-person. ๐Ÿ“š
  • Always follow brand rules, licensing laws, and company policies. โœ…
  • Complete all necessary paperwork and cleaning tasks. ๐Ÿ“

No experience? No worries! We'll teach you everything. If you're keen to learn, love cooking, and want to be proud of where you work, we've got you covered. ๐Ÿ’ช

This is a full-time role as part of a 15-month Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship. You'll work alongside experienced chefs and gain a nationally recognised qualification. Help us run our kitchens, create unforgettable dishes, and keep our quality sky-high for our guests! ๐ŸŒŸ

Your Apprenticeship Includes:

  • Work-based training โ€“ no college needed! Includes face-to-face sessions and remote check-ins with your Learner Coach every 6 weeks. Plus, you'll have a dedicated workplace mentor. ๐ŸŽ“
  • Gain Functional Skills in English and maths if needed. ๐Ÿงฎ
  • Regular reviews with your coach and manager. ๐Ÿ“Š

Perks of being part of the Mitchells and Butlers family:

  • This is just the beginning โ€“ higher-level apprenticeships await! ๐Ÿ”
  • A massive 33% discount across all our brands! ๐Ÿคฉ
  • 20% discount for your friends and family! ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ
  • Wagestream: Access your earned pay when you need it. ๐Ÿ’ฐ
  • Paid training and qualifications to boost your career. ๐Ÿ“ˆ
  • Serious career progression โ€“ 200 Chefs become Head Chefs annually! ๐Ÿ†
  • Gym membership discounts. ๐Ÿ‹๏ธโ€โ™€๏ธ
  • Epic team socials โ€“ work hard, play hard! ๐Ÿฅณ

Please note: Due to the nature of this role, including the sale of alcohol within licensed premises, applicants must be 18 years of age or over. This is a legal requirement to ensure all duties are performed in compliance with licensing legislation and operational standards. ๐Ÿ”ž

Key responsibilities

  • Prepare, cook and present food quickly, safely and efficiently to brand standard.
  • Have open communication with the entire team to ensure the delivery of outstanding food and service.
  • Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen and back of house areas with great attention to detail.
  • 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.