Food and Beverage Apprentice

  • Company: Dhol
  • Location: Southampton, SO14 3DS
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Catering and hospitality
  • Ref: NAS-2000029915
  • Application Deadline Date: 28/05/2026
  • Start Date: 01/06/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Dhol is open Mon–Thu 5pm–10:30pm, Fri–Sun 12pm–3pm & 5pm–11pm (Sun until 10:30pm). The apprentice will work shifts across these hours, including evenings and weekends, with an agreed rota and time allocated for off-the-job training.

Brief Description

Start your hospitality career at Dhol Indian Restaurant, inspired by the flavours and traditions of the Indian subcontinent. As a Food & Beverage Team Member Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience, learning customer service, food service and hospitality skills while working towards a recognised qualification.

Training to be Provided


  • Complete the Level 2 Food & Beverage Team Member Apprenticeship

  • Gain hands-on experience at Dhol Indian Restaurant

  • Attend college on a day-release basis with the training provider

  • Build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate learning and progress

  • Receive ongoing support and training from a Professional Trainer

  • Complete assessments, including observation, a project and a final interview

Future Prospects

Successful completion could lead to a permanent role within the team.

Vacancy Detail


  • Welcome and serve customers in a friendly and professional manner

  • Take food and drink orders and process payments

  • Serve food and beverages to customers

  • Support the kitchen and front-of-house teams during service

  • Help maintain cleanliness and presentation of the restaurant

  • Promote menu items and specials to customers

  • Ensure excellent customer service at all times

  • Follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures

  • Assist with stock rotation and basic stock control

  • Work as part of a busy team to deliver a great guest experience

Ready to start your adventure?