Apprentice Chef

Calling All Aspiring Chefs
Start Your Culinary Career with St Austell Brewery

Are you passionate about food and ready to turn that passion into a career

At St Austell Brewery being a chef is more than just a job. Its a craft a skillset and a pathway to a rewarding future. If youre motivated hands-on and eager to learn this is a chance to gain real kitchen experience industry-recognised training and a nationally recognised qualification all while earning a decent starting salary.

Why Join Us

Were offering an exciting opportunity for a Chef Apprentice to join the team at The Godolphin a high-profile venue that makes up a part of our managed pub estate.

With 175 years of heritage were committed to developing talent and creating clear career pathways. Whether your ambition is to become a Head Chef lead your own kitchen or progress into wider hospitality management we are well placed to support your development.

With sites across Cornwall Devon Bath and the Isles of Scilly youll also have the opportunity to build your career in some of the South Wests most sought-after locations.

What Youll Be Doing

From day one youll be part of a busy fast-paced kitchen team learning directly from experienced chefs. Youll develop key skills including:

• Preparing and cooking fresh locally sourced ingredients
• Learning core kitchen techniques and food presentation
• Understanding how a professional kitchen operates
• Working efficiently under pressure
• Building the resillience and adaptability needed to succeed in a live service environment
• Following food safety hygiene and industry best practices

Alongside your practical experience youll complete a fully funded Level 2 apprenticeship in Professional Cookery.

By the end of your apprenticeship youll have the skills confidence and experience to progress your career within St Austell Brewery or beyond.

Whats in It for You

We offer a strong and practical benefits package:

• We pay well - candidates under 18s will receive 9.50 per hour and those over 18s will be paid 12.71 per hour
• Fully funded Level 2 qualification in Professional Cookery
• 30% off food and drink across all our pubs
• 50% off overnight stays plus a free two-night stay each year
• Westfield Rewards discounts across major retailers and attractions
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Free meals on shift
• Paid time off for volunteering

Additional Information

St Austell Brewery is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and support flexible working requests where possible.

We review applications as they come in and may close the advert early so early application is encouraged.

We are unable to offer UK sponsorship for this role. We do not accept speculative CVs from use reproduction or scraping of this advertisement including any company information or branding by third-party or non-partner websites is strictly prohibited.

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