Chef Apprentice

Company: Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
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Location: North East
Job Description:

It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do.

The Inn Collection Group is a multi‑award‑winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales.

At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer focused, warmth, and honesty, all with the goal of making people happy.

Our Inns are set in beautiful locations. For example, The Kingslodge Inn is a hidden gem within ten minutes of historic Durham, offering a serene countryside atmosphere while remaining close to the city’s rich history.

Chef Academy Apprentice

You’ll kick‑start your culinary career with hands‑on learning and real‑world experience in a professional kitchen environment. The program lasts 12 months and includes practical masterclasses, daily kitchen duties and personalised coaching.

Role responsibilities

  • Work alongside professional chefs and support daily kitchen operations.
  • Participate in masterclasses covering butchery, bread‑making, fish preparation and other core culinary skills.
  • Apply techniques learned in a fast‑paced kitchen setting to gain real‑world experience.
  • Support the team through all aspects of food preparation and service.

Benefits and support

  • Nationally recognised Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship.
  • £9,000 worth of fully funded training.
  • Monthly personal coaching and regular feedback.
  • Opportunity to grow within the Chef Academy and the wider ICG hospitality network.

About you

  • Real love for food and cooking.
  • Positive “yes chef” attitude – willing to learn, accept feedback and be proactive.
  • Able to travel to masterclasses and manage time effectively.
  • Committed to completing the full 12‑month programme.
  • Can manage fast‑paced kitchen life and balance learning with working.

For more information visit https://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/chef-academy or follow us on https://www.tiktok.com/@icgcareers.

Age‑related pay rates apply for under‑21s.

Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

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Posted: July 21st, 2026