Apprentice In-House Chef
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Company: METHOD at Skykes House Farm
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Location: WETHERBY, LS23 7DR
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Catering and hospitality
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Ref: NAS-2000039151
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Application Deadline Date: 15/07/2026
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Start Date: 07/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Predominantly Monday – Friday, daytime hours (circa 8.30am-4.30pm) but with regular evening and weekend shifts (lieu time will be offered back).
Brief Description
We are looking for a passionate, driven Apprentice Chef to join our team this September. If you want to learn from the best, work with unmatched farm-to-fork ingredients, and dive into a versatile, culinary environment, this is your canvas.
Training to be Provided
- From September you will travel to Leeds City College (Print Works Campus) to study towards a L2 qualification one day per week (Wednesdays)
Future Prospects
A full-time permanent contract is likely upon completion of the apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
- As an Apprentice Chef, you will support daily operations, masterclasses, and exclusive evening events
- Assist in prepping high-quality, seasonal ingredients for in-house dining events, guest chef takeovers, professional training days and culinary masterclasses
- Learn and maintain impeccable kitchen organisation, hygiene standards, and food safety protocols
- Develop a deep understanding of premium meats, traditional butchery cuts, and sustainable, farm-to-fork sourcing
- Work as part of our experienced catering butchery team, supporting all departments with the preparation and packing of our premium Yorkshire produce
- Work alongside Chef Greg to learn how new recipes, retail products, and trade menus are conceptualised and tested
- Support guest chef events while learning different ways of working and adapting to varying service demands
What we are looking for:
- A genuine love for food, cooking, and learning about seasonal ingredients
- Eager to learn, reliable and punctual
- Great communication skills and a positive attitude, whether interacting within our team, trade guests, guest chefs, or masterclass attendees
- Flexibility. Must be available to work some weekends and evenings to support our schedule of supper clubs, guest takeovers, and in-house events
Other Information
Car is preferable due to location. Bus can be caught, Leeds (no7) but have to walk/bike 1/2 mile thereafter.