Apprenticeship · Level 2
Chef Apprenticeship
Toby Carvery£325.50 per week
Aintree
Expected closing date: Monday, 7 December 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship over 15 months.
- Prepare, cook, and present food to brand standards in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Receive work-based training with a mentor and regular coaching sessions.
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification and opportunities for career progression.
- Receive a 33% discount across all Mitchells & Butlers brands.
About the Role
As a Chef with Mitchells & Butlers, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting food to brand standards. You will work as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment, ensuring outstanding food and service delivery.
Responsibilities
- Maintain open communication with the team to foster a supportive atmosphere.
- Assist other team members whenever possible.
- Participate and contribute valuable insights in team meetings.
- Prepare, cook, and present food quickly, safely, and efficiently to brand standard.
- Handle guest queries and complaints promptly and professionally.
- Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen and back of house areas with great attention to detail.
- Set up and close down the department, including stock rotation and prep and par processes.
- Stay up-to-date with business information, promotions, and new products.
- Participate in all in-house training, e-learning, and complete assigned learning modules.
- Adhere to brand standards, licencing laws, and all company policies and procedures.
- Complete all appropriate documentation, due diligence records, and daily/weekly cleaning tasks.
Apprenticeship Details
- You will be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over 15 months.
- This is a full-time role delivered through work-based training, including face-to-face sessions and remote calls with a Lifetime Learner Coach every 6 weeks.
- You will have a mentor within the workplace for support.
- Functional Skills in English and Maths will be obtained if you do not already have GCSEs or equivalents.
- Reviews will be held every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager, and Lifetime Learner Coach, including feedback sessions.
Benefits
- Opportunities for progression to higher-level apprenticeships upon completion.
- 33% discount across all Mitchells & Butlers brands.
- 20% discount off all brands for friends and family.
- Access to Wagestream, a financial toolkit for managing finances and accessing earned pay.
- Opportunities for growth with paid qualifications.
- Potential for promotion to Head Chef (on average, 200 Chefs are promoted annually).
- Discounts on gym memberships.
- Team Socials.