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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CREME DE LA CREME ATELIER
( Added 07 Jul 2025 - 4 positions available )
You will be working in a fresh bagel bar operation and assisting with the occasional functions at another venue on the same street. This will give you insight and experience in two different types of hospitality retail environments. An on-demand service and pre-planned special occasion functions. This variety should help to keep things interesting.
Closing date: in 1 month
Possible start date: 23 Jul 2026
The Blue Bell Yarm
( Added 03 Mar 2026 - 1 position available )
<p>Northern Skills are recruiting on behalf of The Blue Bell Yarm for a production chef apprentice. This apprenticeship is ideal for someone looking to kickstart a career in professional cookery. You’ll be immersed in the daily operations of a busy kitchen, learning everything from knife skills to menu planning.</p>
Closing date: in 1 day
Possible start date: 01 Jul 2026
the windmill inn
( Added 10 Mar 2026 - 1 position available )
<p>Looking for somebody who is eager to learn in a small, friendly team.</p> <p>Mornings you do the prep work for the day, salads, veg, batters and sauces, then it's lunch service. Evening service, clean down.</p> <p>As the apprenticeship goes on, you will learn how to make the dishes with the chef. </p>
Closing date: in 16 days
Possible start date: 30 Jul 2026
PAISLEY FLOUR EVENTS LTD
( Added 10 Mar 2026 - 1 position available )
<p>We’re looking for an enthusiastic, driven young Commis Chef to join our ever-growing, fast-paced team.</p>
Closing date: in 1 month
Possible start date: 01 Aug 2026
MISTELL LTD
( Added 18 Mar 2026 - 1 position available )
<p>The Keys Yarm is offering a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your culinary career as a Production Chef Apprentice. Join a passionate kitchen team in a lively gastropub setting, where you’ll learn to prepare delicious British dishes with expert mentorship and hands-on experience.</p>
Closing date: in 13 days
Possible start date: 12 Jul 2026
The Old Waggon & Horses
( Added 09 Apr 2026 - 1 position available )
<p>Day release one day weekly at Heart Of Worcestershire College, Wednesday to Sunday assisting our chef at The Old Waggon & Horses, Kidderminster to deliver high quality food to our patrons. The candidate will learn a variety of culinary skills and contribute to planning and ordering ingredients to menu requirements.</p>
Closing date: in 1 month
Possible start date: 01 Aug 2026
THE EAGLE AT BARROW LTD
( Added 10 Apr 2026 - 1 position available )
<p>The Eagle at Barrow in Clitheroe 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.</p>
Closing date: in 24 days
Possible start date: 16 Jul 2026
The Badger Inn
( Added 10 Apr 2026 - 1 position available )
<p>The Badger Inn are offering an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Commis Chef apprentice! Gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours to kickstart your career in this fast-paced industry.</p>
Closing date: in 2 months
Possible start date: 01 Oct 2026
Manor House Inn
( Added 15 Apr 2026 - 1 position available )
<p>The Manor House Inn are offering an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Commis Chef apprentice. Gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours to kickstart your career in this exciting industry. </p>
Closing date: in 3 months
Possible start date: 05 Oct 2026
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