Production Chef Apprentice
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Company ARAMARK DEFENCE SERVICES LIMITED
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Provider THE OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER LTD
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Location York, YO32 5SB
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Type Apprenticeship
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Salary £26,436.80 per year
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Sector Catering and hospitality
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Ref NAS-2000060449
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Application Deadline Date 21/11/2026
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Start Date 04/12/2026
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Positions Available 1
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Working Week 40 hours per week, worked on a shift pattern including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Brief Description
Join Aramark UK as a Production Chef Apprentice and take your culinary skills to the next level in a supportive, high-volume kitchen environment. You will prepare and cook fresh meals for daily dining and fine-dining functions, gain hands-on kitchen operational experience, and work towards a recognised Level 2 qualification with HIT Training
Training to be Provided
Training will take place on-site at the workplace.
Future Prospects
Successful completion of this Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship opens up clear progression routes both on-site and across Aramark's global network:
- Kitchen Leadership Roles: Move directly into senior kitchen positions such as Senior Chef, Station Chef, or Kitchen Team Leader, taking on higher responsibility for menu planning, shift management, and kitchen operations.
- Further Apprenticeships & Qualifications: Progress onto higher-level qualifications, such as a Level 3 Senior Production Chef or Level 3 Hospitality Supervisor apprenticeship.
- Sector Mobility & Worldwide Opportunities: Transition into specialised sectors across Aramark's business (including corporate dining, education, healthcare, and sports/leisure venues) with long-term opportunities for international placement and operational management roles.
Vacancy Detail
- Prepare and cook fresh meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services with minimal wastage.
- Follow established recipe cards to maintain consistency, food quality, and portion control.
- Deliver fine dining food and present dishes for special functions and hospitality events.
- Support and coach new kitchen team members on standard operating procedures.
- Assist with daily stock checks, food ordering, and maintaining accurate kitchen records.
- Monitor food storage temperatures and complete all required due diligence paperwork.
- Adhere strictly to food hygiene, health and safety, and environmental health standards.
- Carry out daily and weekly kitchen deep cleaning and maintenance tasks.
Other Information
- Must have lived in the UK for at least the past 3 years
- Must be able to pass security vetting and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks