Trainee Chef
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Trainee Chef
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Trainee Chef for their kitchen at RA Mess, Larkhill Garrison, Larkhill, SP4 8QT. This is a full-time, on-site apprenticeship opportunity.
Salary: £12.71 per hour | Hours: 37.5 per week, 5 out of 7 days, shifts 06:30-14:30 or 12:00-20:00 | Closing date: 13 May 2026
About the Role
This is a fully funded Level 2 Chef Apprenticeship through the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Apprentice Culinary Academy. You will gain real job experience, mentorship, masterclasses, and competitions.
What you’ll do:
- Fully funded Level 2 Chef Apprenticeship qualification
- Real job experience in a professional kitchen, learning from talented chefs
- Ongoing mentorship, training, and support via the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Apprentice Culinary Academy
- Specialist culinary masterclasses, events and competitions, including Plant Forward, Nutrition, and Chocolatier Masterclasses
- A role that evolves with you – grow your skills, shape your own journey, and build a career you’re proud of
What we’re looking for:
- A passion for food and a keen interest in a career as a chef
- Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards
- Good verbal communication skills
No previous kitchen experience is needed – just a genuine passion for food and a willingness to learn.
Key Benefits
- Advice and guidance – legal, financial, personal support
- Pension Plan
- Wellbeing support – mental health online support 24/7
- Generous leave – holidays, care needs, or major life events
- Discounts and savings – Bike to Work scheme, retail deals
- Virtual GP – 24-hour video or phone consultations
- Free meals on duty (site dependent)
- Uniform and PPE provided
Why [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of the UK’s leading hospitality and facilities management providers, serving schools, hospitals, defence sites, and corporate offices. Through the Apprentice Culinary Academy, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] invests in the next generation of chefs.
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to social impact – over 50% of colleagues volunteer annually, and the Charitable Foundation has donated over £9 million to charities.
Location
Larkhill, United Kingdom, SP4 8QT. Free car parking available. Check local transport via Traveline.
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