At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare delicious food and support a vibrant catering team.
- Company: Join Lancaster and Morecambe College, a community-focused educational institution.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with a dynamic team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Kickstart your culinary career while gaining a recognised qualification in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed, just a passion for food and teamwork.
Are you passionate about food and looking to turn that enthusiasm into a rewarding career in catering? We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Chef Apprentice to join our Catering team and gain valuable hands-on experience while working towards a recognised Level 2 Production Chef qualification. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working as part of a busy team, wants to develop practical catering skills and is keen to learn from experienced colleagues in a supportive environment.
What will you be doing?
- As a Production Chef Apprentice, you will gain experience across our catering operations, undertaking a varied range of kitchen and food service duties. These will include:
- Preparing ingredients and assisting with the preparation and production of food
- Supporting the delivery of an efficient and welcoming food service
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within kitchen and service areas
- Undertaking cleaning and other routine catering duties
- Working flexibly across different areas of the catering operation as required
- Following appropriate food hygiene, health and safety procedures
- Providing a helpful and professional service to colleagues, students and customers
Alongside your day-to-day role, you will work towards achieving a Level 2 Production Chef qualification, developing the practical knowledge and skills needed to build your career within the catering and hospitality industry.
Benefits of this post include:
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution 9.3%)
- Generous leave entitlement (28 days pro-rata, plus Bank Holidays and College Closure Days)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Opportunities for continuing professional development
- Good staff support services
Lancaster and Morecambe College are a thriving FE College and justifiably proud of the strong links with our local community. Located between Lancaster and Morecambe, we are proud to be our community’s provider of technical, professional and creative education.
All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our policy of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. Any specific Safeguarding duties applicable to this post are outlined in the job description.
Closing date: Tuesday, 24th November 2026
Location: Lancaster
Salary: Fixed Apprentice Salary £15,434 per annum, (£8.00 per hour)
Hours: 37 hours per week with time for training
Production Chef Apprentice in Lancaster employer: Lancaster and Morecambe College
Lancaster and Morecambe College is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values professional development and community engagement. With generous benefits such as membership in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme, a Cycle to Work scheme, and tailored training for industry professionals transitioning into teaching, we empower our staff to thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the next generation of engineers. Located in a vibrant area between Lancaster and Morecambe, our state-of-the-art facilities provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning.
Contact Details:
Lancaster and Morecambe College Recruitment Team
