Apprentice Chef

Title: Apprentice Chef

Location:  Stowe School, Buckingham, MK18

Salary:  £12.71ph

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday

• 3 volunteering days

• 3 days grandparent leave

• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave

• Bespoke training and development opportunities

• Pension and life insurance

• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema

• Wellbeing hub

• Access to employee assistance programme

• Free meals whilst at work

• Career development opportunities

• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

At  Holroyd Howe , we are passionate about fresh, nutritious, and beautifully presented food. As a specialist caterer for independent schools, we take pride in delivering exceptional dining experiences.

We are looking for an enthusiastic  Apprentice Chef  to join our  Holroyd Howe team at Stowe School . This is a fantastic opportunity to start a culinary career, learning everything from food preparation to high-quality presentation. You will gain valuable skills while helping to create nutritious and delicious meals for students, staff, and special events.

Due to the location of Stowe School, candidates must ideally have their own mode of transport or be able to travel reliably.

If you’re eager to develop your culinary career with  Holroyd Howe at Stowe School , we’d love to hear from you!

As a  Apprentice Chef , you will gain  hands-on experience  in a professional kitchen while working towards a  qualification . Under the guidance of experienced Holroyd Howe chefs, you will learn essential skills, including:

• Food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and presentation skills

• Working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment

• Understanding and maintaining  food hygiene, safety, and allergen regulations

• Assisting in the production of high-quality meals for students, staff, and special events

• Learning how to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients to create  healthy and delicious dishes

• Supporting stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation

• A keen interest in cooking and professional catering

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above preferred) – if not already achieved, support will be provided to complete these as part of the apprenticeship

• A willingness to learn and work towards a Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship

• A strong work ethic, enthusiasm, and commitment to training

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Desirable

• Previous kitchen experience (not essential, but beneficial)

• A Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (if not held, training will be provided)

• Knowledge of food safety, allergens, and hygiene standards