Catering & Hospitality Apprentice

Closes in 25 days (Friday 30 October 2026 at 11:59pm)

Foundation apprenticeships are introductory courses that help young people get started in an industry. You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply.

Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.

• have an EHC plan
• are in care or have been in care
• are in prison or have been in prison

Northern Skills are recruiting on behalf of Butterfold Bakery for a hardworking individual who is passionate about cooking and baking. The successful candidate will complete a Foundation apprenticeship in Catering & Hospitality.

Wage

£12,480 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course Catering and hospitality foundation apprenticeship (level 2)

Hours Early mornings required.Typical shifts: 6:00am - 3:00pm (Wednesday - Saturday). Hours may vary.

30 hours a week

Tuesday 10 November 2026

Duration

8 months

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Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands‑on experience.

What you'll do at work

The successful candidate will work closely with Scott, our experienced baker and pastry chef, to learn the foundations of professional bakery and kitchen operations. This is a hands‑on role ideal for someone who is passionate about food, creativity, and building a career in artisan baking.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily bakery production — assisting with breads, pastries, cakes, and savoury items
• Ingredient preparation — measuring, weighing, and following recipes accurately
• Dough work — supporting with mixing, shaping, laminating, and finishing
• Food hygiene — maintaining excellent cleanliness and safety standards
• Equipment use — operating bakery tools safely under supervision
• Stock and deliveries — assisting with rotation, storage, and unpacking
• Product development — contributing ideas for new baked goods when appropriate
• Customer service — supporting the shop team when required
• Teamwork — working collaboratively in a fast‑paced artisan environment

Where you'll work

7 Bedford Street
Middlesbrough
TS1 2LL

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE

Training course

Catering and hospitality foundation apprenticeship (level 2)

• Catering & Hospitality Foundation Apprenticeship
• Day release one day per week
• Middlesbrough College

Requirements

You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply for a foundation apprenticeship.

About this employer

ButterfoldBakery is a new independent artisan bakerylocatedon Baker Street in the heart of Middlesbrough. The bakery specialises in handcrafted pastries, sourdough breads, cakes, and seasonal baked goods made with high‑quality ingredients and traditional techniques. As a growing local business,Butterfoldis committed to nurturing new talent and supporting the next generation of bakers and chefs.

• Opportunity to progress into bakery, patisserie, or chef roles may become available upon completion of the apprenticeship.

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship isVAC2000056329.

Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.

If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:

• have an EHC plan
• are in care or have been in care
• are in prison or have been in prison

Closes in 25 days (Friday 30 October 2026 at 11:59pm)

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