Catering & Hospitality Apprentice
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Company: Woodpecker Court Ltd
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Location: Dover, CT15 4BF
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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-2000019416
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Application Deadline Date: 27/03/2026
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Start Date: 20/04/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 08.30 to 16.45. Tuesday, 10.00 to 16.30.
Brief Description
Earn a Level 2 Food and Beverage qualification while gaining hands-on experience in a friendly, inclusive environment. Our café is a welcoming hub, offering affordable quality food and drink and a space for people to connect. The perfect opportunity to learn hospitality skills and make a positive impact in your local community.
Training to be Provided
You will be working in Woodpecker Court's café which is at the heart of the local community, providing affordable quality food and drink and a space for people to connect.
Daily on the job work and guidance available from experienced staff.
Fortnightly Zoom sessions with your training provider to be facilitated on site.
Opportunities to support in community-focused events
Apprentices will learn about customer service, teamwork, food hygiene and safety, food and drink preparation, and maintaining a clean work environment working towards a Level 2 Food and Beverage qualification.
Future Prospects
Opportunities to progress into a hospitality career.
Vacancy Detail
- The post holder will operate the community café independently during their shifts following a period of training
- Greet and serve customers at the community café with warmth and professionalism
- Prepare and serve hot and cold drinks, light meals, and snacks
- Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety in line with regulations
- Assist with stock rotation and food preparation
- Keep the café clean and welcoming, including tables, counters, and kitchen areas
- Support community events and activities hosted in the café
- Handle payments and operate the till (training provided)
- Cash up and down at the beginning and end of shifts
- Update menu boards and prices as required
Other Information
Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Comfortable working with young people with SEND.