Catering Apprentice

Catering Apprentice

We're looking for a Catering Apprentice (Commis Chef) to join our kitchen team at Blenheim. In this role, you'll help deliver our culinary offer by preparing, cooking and finishing a range of food items, rotating around each section of the kitchen as you build your skills. Reporting to the Head Chef you'll work closely with the wider kitchen team to maintain food quality, safety and hygiene standards. It's a great opportunity to develop your craft and grow within a professional kitchen environment at the Estate.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for someone who can bring the right skills and mindset to the role. You might not meet all the criteria, and that's okay, transferable skills and experience are highly valued.

• Level 1 Food Safety Award (desirable)
• Relevant experience
• Awareness of manual handling techniques
• Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety
• Experience of kitchen equipment, such as knives
• Enthusiastic about self-development
• Punctual and reliable
• Strong communication skills
• Dedication to learning
• Attention to detail
• Remains calm in pressured situations

About Us:

At Blenheim and Pye, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to helping every individual thrive. Our Promise is simple: to support you to Grow, Give, and Belong.

We help you Grow by nurturing your talents, championing your wellbeing, and creating opportunities for you to develop.

We encourage you to Give by contributing to meaningful work, supporting the wider community, and collaborating with others to achieve our shared goals.

And we want you to truly Belong by being part of something special, knowing that you matter, your voice is heard, and you are an important part of our journey.

Together, this is what makes Blenheim and Pye a place where people can flourish and make a real difference.

Accessibility and Adjustments

We are committed to making our process accessible for all candidates. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please contact our People Team at peopleteam@blenheimpalace.com. We are happy to support you.

What's in it for you:

• Staff Discounts
  • 20% on Blenheim retail
  • 50% on Blenheim Café food outlets
  • 30% at The Orangery
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes for Bicycles and Electric Vehicles
• Access to our Benefits Platform with a range of additional benefits including:
  • Instant discounts
  • Discount on Days Out
  • Day Passes for Family and Friends
  • Monthly Adventure Play Visit
  • Shopping Cards
  • Weekly Shop Discounts
  • Gym Scheme and Much More!
• Competitive Pension
• Complimentary Event Tickets
• Annual Pass for yourself and a family member
• Staff Events
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Paid Volunteer DayFree Fruit Wednesday
• Free breakfast on Friday
• Monthly Sharing a Sense of Belonging Events
• Free Eye Test and a contribution for Glasses
• Long Service Award
• Onsite Parking
• Free Blenheim Christmas Tree

Benefits vary from contract type; these will be confirmed to you in our welcome letter.

Location

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock

Department

Catering

Job Type

Full time

Contract Type

Fixed Term Contract

Salary

Apprentice Pay Dependant on Age

Hours

40 Hours Per Week, worked 5 over 7

Closing Date

2026-09-22