Apprentice Chef

About the role

Hungry Horse is looking for passionate Apprentice Chefs to join our vibrant team! 🍔⚽️☀️ Think delicious food, live sports, sunny beer gardens, and play areas for the kids – that's the Hungry Horse vibe! With over 200 pubs nationwide, we serve everything from sizzling steaks to Sunday roasts, paired with the perfect drinks. 🍻

As an Apprentice Chef, you'll be the heart of our kitchen! Your love for food and dedication to creating the perfect dish every time is what makes you stand out. We need someone who can keep up with a fast-paced environment and is keen on maintaining top hygiene and safety standards. You'll quickly become a vital part of our kitchen crew. 🧑‍🍳

We believe a great pub meal is a treat that everyone can enjoy. Our mission is to serve fantastic food for the whole family at great prices. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

What You'll Be Doing:

• Whipping Up Deliciousness: Prepare, cook, and present food that meets our high standards and wows our customers. 💯
• Kitchen Guardian: Maintain impeccable hygiene and safety regulations to ensure a safe space for everyone in the kitchen and our guests. 🛡️
• Team Player: Communicate effectively with your team to deliver amazing meals to customers, right on time. 🗣️
• Menu Master: Stay in the loop with new products, menus, and exciting promotions. 🚀

What's In It For You?

• Awesome Discounts: Get 33% off food and drink for yourself and 15% off for your loved ones across all our brands! 💸
• Support System: Access a free employee assistance program for mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support. You matter to us! ❤️
• Family First: Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies.
• Menopause Friendly Employer: We support you through every stage.
• Getaway Perks: Enjoy 50% off at Greene King Inns and hotels for you, and 25% for your loved ones – perfect for a quick break! 🏨
• Refer-a-Friend Bonus: Know someone awesome for a new role? Earn up to £1,500 when they're placed! 🤝
• Wagestream Access: Get early access to your earned wages for those unexpected moments. 💰
• Retail Rewards: Score up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile, and more! 🛍️

Your Apprenticeship Journey:

This is a work-based apprenticeship – no college required! You'll get a mix of face-to-face sessions and remote team calls with your Lifetime Learner Coach every 6 weeks. You'll also have a dedicated mentor at work to guide you. 📚

• Skills Boost: Gain valuable Functional Skills in English and maths, with support tailored to you (if needed).
• Regular Check-ins: We'll have 12-weekly reviews with you, your Line Manager, and your Learner Coach to give feedback and track your progress.
• Chef Academy: As part of your full-time role, you'll join our unique Chef Academy. This includes four masterclasses to teach you expert knowledge and technical skills in different areas of cooking. 🌟

We're all about creating places where everyone feels welcome, safe, and like they belong. Inclusion is key in everything we do. We want a culture where everyone feels valued and can truly thrive. ✨

*Please note: Key dates are a guide only. This vacancy may close early if the right candidate is found.*

Key responsibilities

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

Skills