Production Chef Apprenticeship

Northern Skills are recruiting on behalf of The Blue Bell Yarm for a production chef apprentice. This apprenticeship is ideal for someone looking to kickstart a career in professional cookery. You'll be immersed in the daily operations of a busy kitchen, learning everything from knife skills to menu planning.

What you'll do

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of dishes to a high standard
• Follow recipes and portion control guidelines
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in all food preparation areas
• Support senior chefs with daily kitchen operations
• Learn and apply food safety and health & safety procedures
• Contribute to stock rotation and waste reduction
• Engage in training sessions and complete coursework as part of your apprenticeship

Training

• Production Chef Level 2
• Weekly online day release

After the apprenticeship

Upon successful completion, we aim to offer the apprentice a permanent role as Assistant Chef, with continued development and on-the-job training.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Presentation skills
• Team working
• Creative

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, Maths and English (grade Grade 4)

About the employer

Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Production chef (level 2), Catering and hospitality
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 1 Year
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: Monday - Friday.

A typical shift pattern:

10.00am - 8.00pm

12.00pm - 8.00pm

2.00pm - 8.00pm

• Start date: 13 December 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £12,480 a year