Apprentice Chef
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Company: ST EDMUND HALL IN THE UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD
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Location: OXFORD, OX1 4AR
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £28,053.00 per year
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Sector: Catering and hospitality
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Ref: NAS-2000045960
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Application Deadline Date: 30/08/2026
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Start Date: 14/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Sunday, shifts according to the rota and will include evenings and weekends. No split shifts.
Brief Description
St Edmund Hall is seeking an Apprentice Chef to join our friendly and professional kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a range of kitchen sections, assist with high-quality meal preparation for students, fellows, staff, and guests, and gain valuable experience in catering for all occasions.
Training to be Provided
- The appointee will work towards achieving a Commis Level 2 Hospitality and Catering Apprenticeship at Capital City College, in London.
- Attendance is one day per week and transport costs will be cover.
- Mentoring will be provided by experienced in-house chefs.
Future Prospects
Potential to progress to a full-time Commis or Demi Chef role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship dependent on progress and performance.
Vacancy Detail
- Assist chefs with the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals to the required standards.
- Learn and apply correct techniques for food preparation, storage, and hygiene.
- Support in maintaining a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment in accordance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations (including COSHH and the correct use of PPE).
- Be aware of and follow the College’s allergy procedures.
- Assist with stock rotation, deliveries, and the correct use of ingredients to minimise waste.
- Participate in the planning and production of menus under the supervision of senior chefs.
- Learn to use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Support catering for formal college events, conferences, and high-volume dining services.
- Attend college and apprenticeship training sessions as required and complete coursework on time.