Production Chef Apprentice L2

  • Company: THE OLD CORN MILL CAFE LTD
  • Location: Bretherton, PR26 9AH
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Catering and hospitality
  • Ref: NAS-2000030921
  • Application Deadline Date: 20/06/2026
  • Start Date: 31/07/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: We open our kitchen seven days a week from ten am until four pm, the candidate will be expected to include weekend work as you would expect in hospitality. Exact shifts TBC.

Brief Description

Apprenticeship position available in a busy commercial kitchen.

Training to be Provided

Apprentice will be trained in all aspects of food production in line with Level 2 Production Chef.

Future Prospects

Qualified Level 2 Production Chef.

Vacancy Detail

We are looking for a motivated and passionate Apprentice Chef to join our kitchen team. This role is ideal for someone who is eager to learn the fundamentals of professional cooking while working alongside experienced chefs. The Apprentice Chef will assist with food preparation, kitchen organisation, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and food quality.



  • Assist chefs with basic food preparation such as chopping vegetables, preparing ingredients, and portioning food

  • Learn and follow recipes and cooking techniques under the supervision of senior chefs

  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations and equipment

  • Follow food safety, hygiene, and health regulations at all times

  • Help with stock rotation, storage, and kitchen inventory

  • Support the kitchen team during service periods to ensure timely food preparation

  • Participate in training and development as part of the apprenticeship programme

Other Information

Kitchens rely on strong teamwork. You will need to communicate well and support other chefs during busy service periods. We don’t operate shifts so good working hours for the industry, so make sure you can travel to and from work easily.

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