Chef

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A chef is a professional cook who plans, prepares, and presents food in restaurants, hotels, and other catering establishments. Chefs often specialise in certain cuisines and may supervise kitchen staff, design menus, manage food costs, and ensure food safety standards are met. Working as a chef requires creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure, particularly during busy meal times. The role can involve long hours, including evenings and weekends, but it offers a dynamic and rewarding environment for those passionate about food.

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The Royal Navy - Catering Services ( Production Chef Apprenticeship )

Royal Navy

( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 100 positions available )

Travelling around the world, your job will range from cooking for the ship's company on board warships or Royal Marines on land operations, to serving a fine dining experience to politically influential VIPs and Royalty. Responsibility for ordering, receiving, and accounting for provisions to sustain the menus you write ashore and at sea.

Closing date: in 6 months

Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026

The Royal Navy - Catering Services Apprentice (Submariner) (Production Chef)

Royal Navy

( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 100 positions available )

Not only will you become part of the Silent Service, the highly specialised team at the forefront of our nation’s defence, you’ll also embark on a catering career like no other, where you’ll cook for the boat’s crew as well as deliver high end front of house service to visiting VIPs and royalty when the submarine is in port.

Closing date: in 6 months

Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026

Apprentice Chef - REF 14838

CROW WOOD LEISURE LTD

( Added 20 Oct 2025 - 1 position available )

Bertrams (Crow Wood) in Burnley are recruiting for an Apprentice Chef. The successful candidate will work towards completing a Level 2 Production Chef apprenticeship over the duration of 15 months.

Closing date: in 1 month

Possible start date: 27 Jan 2026

Production Chef Apprentice

MISSION CAFE LIMITED

( Added 23 Oct 2025 - 1 position available )

In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and serving a variety of food and beverages. The position also involves continuous learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, and presentation techniques to enhance food quality. As part of a fun, high-energy team, you will help create an exceptional experience for every customer.

Closing date: in 24 days

Possible start date: 19 Jan 2026

Apprentice Chef

COBBS FARM CO. LIMITED

( Added 04 Nov 2025 - 4 positions available )

We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice Chef to join Cobbs Farm Shops. Learn from skilled chefs, work with fresh local ingredients, and kickstart a rewarding career in hospitality. With hands-on training, great team support, and room to grow, this role is perfect for anyone eager to build their skills and become part of our Cobbs family.

Closing date: in 19 days

Possible start date: 26 Jan 2026

Apprentice Chef

COBBS FARM CO. LIMITED

( Added 04 Nov 2025 - 4 positions available )

We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice Chef to join Cobbs Farm Shops. Learn from skilled chefs, work with fresh local ingredients, and kickstart a rewarding career in hospitality. With hands-on training, great team support, and room to grow, this role is perfect for anyone eager to build their skills and become part of our Cobbs family.

Closing date: in 19 days

Possible start date: 26 Jan 2026

Apprentice Chef

COBBS FARM CO. LIMITED

( Added 04 Nov 2025 - 4 positions available )

We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice Chef to join Cobbs Farm Shops. Learn from skilled chefs, work with fresh local ingredients, and kickstart a rewarding career in hospitality. With hands-on training, great team support, and room to grow, this role is perfect for anyone eager to build their skills and become part of our Cobbs family.

Closing date: in 19 days

Possible start date: 26 Jan 2026

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