Apprentice Chef - Twycross Zoo

Job Title: Apprentice Chef

Hourly Rate: £12.71

Location: Twycross Zoo, Burton Road, Atherstone, CV9 3PX

Reporting to: Head Chef

Hours/Working Pattern: 30 hours per week (4 days over 7)

About the Role

We’re currently recruiting for an ambitious Apprentice Chef to join our team and help deliver exceptional experiences for Twycross Zoo on a part‑time basis, contracted to 30 hours per week. As an Apprentice Chef, you will work alongside a passionate and supportive team, gaining hands‑on experience while developing your skills through structured training. No prior experience is required as full training will be provided as part of the apprenticeship. On completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve the Commis Chef L2 qualification and become a qualified Chef.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing a variety of foods across the retail establishments and restaurant at Twycross Zoo.
• Safe handling of food.
• Maintaining high standards in the kitchen.
• Learn and apply professional kitchen health, safety and food hygiene standards, helping to create a safe environment for both colleagues and customers.

Ideal Apprentice

• Thrive in a fast‑paced kitchen environment, bringing energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn every day.
• Show curiosity and creativity by contributing ideas and embracing opportunities to develop new skills.
• Have a passion for food and an understanding of a variety of food preparation techniques.
• Be self‑motivated, taking initiative and ownership of their learning and development.
• Bring a positive, outgoing attitude and enjoy working as part of a supportive team.
• Be dependable and professional, with a strong work ethic and commitment to high standards.
• Communicate confidently and effectively with colleagues to help deliver an exceptional dining experience.
• Be ambitious about building a successful culinary career and eager to progress within the industry.
• Demonstrate confidence with basic knife skills and food preparation techniques, or a willingness to develop them.
• Understand the importance of food hygiene and take pride in maintaining a clean and organised workspace.
• Enjoy juggling a variety of tasks and staying focused during busy service periods.
• Champion safe working practices, helping to create a kitchen environment where everyone can perform at their best.
• Take pride in producing quality food while continually developing their knowledge, skills and confidence as a chef.

Benefits Package

• Financial well‑being programme and preferred rates on salary finance products.
• Aviva Digicare – Free annual healthcare check.
• Medicash – Discounted health cash plan providing cash back on a range of medical treatments including dental, optical and consultant appointments for you and your family.
• Pension scheme and life assurance.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• Share‑buy scheme.
• Recognition awards including Be a Star peer recognition and long‑service awards.
• Employee networks created and led by employees for employees.
• Exclusive benefits & well‑being site (Perks at Work).
• Entertainment, health & wellbeing and travel discounts.
• Shopping discounts – Save up to 15% at high‑street and online stores by purchasing shopping cards.
• Vodafone discounts.
• Ongoing training & development and career pathways.

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