At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our kitchen team to prepare and present delicious food while ensuring top-notch service.
- Company: Mitchells & Butlers, the UK's leading restaurant and pub company.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts, paid qualifications, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Flexible shifts, social events, and a supportive environment await you!
- Why this job: Kickstart your culinary career with hands-on training and mentorship from experienced chefs.
- Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed; just a passion for cooking and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 10.85 - 10.85 £ per hour.
Mitchells & Butlers is the leading restaurant and pub company in the UK, operating over 1,600 businesses including All Bar One, Toby Carvery, Harvester and Browns.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Production Chef to join our fast‑paced kitchen team.
Responsibilities
- Communicate openly with the entire team to ensure outstanding food and service delivery.
- Participate in team meetings and offer valuable insights.
- Prepare, cook and present food quickly, safely and in line with brand standards.
- Handle guest queries and complaints promptly and professionally.
- Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen and back‑of‑house areas.
- Set up and close down the department, including stock rotation and prep duties.
- Keep up to date with business information, promotions and new products.
- Participate in all in‑house training, e‑learning and complete assigned learning modules.
- Adhere to brand standards, licensing laws and company policies and procedures.
- Complete required documentation and due diligence records, and carry out daily and weekly cleaning tasks.
- What your apprenticeship includes
- Full‑time on‑the‑job training delivered through work‑based learning, including face‑to‑face sessions and remote team calls with a Lifetime Learner Coach every six weeks.
- Mentorship from experienced chefs to support your development.
- Functional Skills in English and Maths (if not already achieved at GCSE level).
- Reviews every 12 weeks with the apprentice, line manager and Lifetime Learner Coach, including feedback sessions.
Benefits
- 33% discount across all Mitchells & Butlers brands.
- 20% discount for friends and family.
- Wagestream – a financial toolkit that allows you to manage finances and access earned pay early.
- Paid qualifications and opportunities to progress to higher level apprenticeships.
- Average 200 chefs are promoted to Head Chef each year.
- Gym membership discounts.
- Team socials and social events.
- Company pension plan.
- 28 days paid holiday.
- High‑street shopping discounts.
- Free shares.
- Employee helpline for support.
- Wage
£10.85 per hour for 16‑20‑year‑olds and £12.71 per hour for 21‑plus.
Training & Development
Complete the Production Chef Level2 Apprenticeship over 15 months, gaining a nationally recognised qualification.
Working arrangements
Shift work, including bank holidays, evenings and weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed. Expected duration: 1year3months.
Qualifications
No formal qualifications are required. Functional Skills in English and Maths are desired.
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Mitchells & Butlers is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture where teamwork and communication are at the heart of our fast-paced kitchens. With comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced chefs, along with numerous benefits such as discounts across all brands, paid qualifications, and opportunities for career progression, we ensure that our apprentices thrive in a supportive environment. Join us to kickstart your culinary career while enjoying a range of perks and a strong sense of community.
