As an apprentice Chef at Sizzling Pubs and Grill, we will help you master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You'll thrive off the hustle and bustle of a fast-paced kitchen, with the support of a close-knit team, because it's the people that make it all worthwhile.
Responsibilities:
Be a champion of brand standards
Keep your kitchen clean
Prepare everything that is needed before a busy shift
Cook to spec and work with recipes
You don't need any experience as we can teach you everything! If you are willing to learn and be proud to work with us, we can show you exactly what it takes to become a vital team member in any kitchen.
You'll take on a full-time role in the kitchen under the supervision of passionate chefs alongside your training. Not only do you gain a Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship, you will be able to support the running of our kitchens, creating some amazing moments making sure that quality never slips for our guests!
What your apprenticeship includes:
A mixture of face to face and Teams/phone catch ups every 4 - 6 weeks
A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
Reviews every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager and Lifetime Trainer
Feedback sessions to discuss progress
Obtain Functional Skills in English and maths (if you don't already have GCSE or equivalents)
30 hours paid work every week
Benefits for M&B Staff:
Love eating out? You'll love it even more with a massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or family roast at Toby Carvery, we've got you covered
Never a dull moment - fun, laughs and lifelong friends!
Funded qualification up to degree level
Charity is important to us. From the company charities to the one which is close to your heart; you can choose how to give something back
Enjoy a 33% discount off a cosy stay at our Inn Keepers Lodges
On top of all this, we offer a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares!
Wage will be:
16-20 years old - £10.00 an hour
21+ years old - £12.21 an hour
At Mitchells and Butlers you will be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over the course of 15 months.Training:
Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 2 including Functional Skills in maths and English
Training Outcome:
Ongoing support and development
Employer Description:You already know Mitchells & Butlers, even if you don't realise it! That's because we run many of the UK's most famous restaurant and pub brands, including: All Bar One, Sizzling Pubs, Vintage Inns, Harvester, Ember Inns, Toby Carvery, Crown Carveries, Castle, Nicholson's, Premium Country Dining Group, O'Neill's, Alex, Village Pub & Kitchen, Miller & Carter, Browns, Innkeeper's Lodge, Orchid Pubs and The Oak Tree.Working Hours :Shift work including bank holidays, evenings and weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Team Working,Organisation Skills....Read more...
As an apprentice Chef at Toby Carvery, we will help you master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You'll thrive off the hustle and bustle of a fast-paced kitchen, with the support of a close-knit team, because it's the people that make it all worthwhile.
Responsibilities:
Be a champion of brand standards
Keep your kitchen clean
Prepare everything that is needed before a busy shift
Cook to spec and work with recipes
You don't need any experience as we can teach you everything! If you are willing to learn and be proud to work with us, we can show you exactly what it takes to become a vital team member in any kitchen.
You'll take on a full-time role in the kitchen under the supervision of passionate chefs, alongside your training. Not only do you gain a Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship, you will be able to support the running of our kitchens, creating some amazing moments, making sure that quality never slips for our guests!
What your apprenticeship includes:
A mixture of face-to-face and Skype/phone catch-ups every 4 - 6 weeks
A mixture of on and off-the-job training, including workshops and webinars
Reviews every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager and Lifetime Trainer
Feedback sessions to discuss progress
Obtain Functional Skills in English and maths (if you don't already have GCSE)
30 hours of paid work every week
Benefits For M&B Staff:
Love eating out? You'll love it even more with a massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether it's date night at Miller & Carter or family roast at Toby Carvery, we've got you covered
Never a dull moment - fun, laughs and lifelong friends!
Funded qualification up to degree level
Charity is important to us. From the company charities to the one which is close to your heart, you can choose how to give something back
Enjoy a 33% discount on a cosy stay at our Inn Keepers Lodges
On top of all this, we offer a pension, 28 days paid holiday, high-street shopping discounts, and we even give you free shares!
Wage will be:
16-20 year olds: £10 per hour
21+ year olds: £12.21 per hour
At Mitchells and Butlers, you will be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over the course of 15 months. Training:Production Chef Apprenticeship L2 including Functional Skills in maths and English.Training Outcome:Ongoing support and development.Employer Description:You already know Mitchells & Butlers, even if you don't realise it! That's because we run many of the UK's most famous restaurant and pub brands, including: All Bar One, Sizzling Pubs, Vintage Inns, Harvester, Ember Inns, Toby Carvery, Crown Carveries, Castle, Nicholson's, Premium Country Dining Group, O'Neill's, Alex, Village Pub & Kitchen, Miller & Carter, Browns, Innkeeper's Lodge, Orchid Pubs and The Oak Tree.Working Hours :Shift work including bank holidays, evenings and weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Team Working,Organisation Skills....Read more...
As an apprentice Chef at Stonehouse, we will help you master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You'll thrive off the hustle and bustle of a fast-paced kitchen, with the support of a close-knit team, because it's the people that make it all worthwhile.
Responsibilities:
Be a champion of brand standards
Keep your kitchen clean
Prepare everything that is needed before a busy shift
Cook to spec and work with recipes
You don't need any experience as we can teach you everything! If you are willing to learn and be proud to work with us, we can show you exactly what it takes to become a vital team member in any kitchen.
You'll take on a full-time role in the kitchen under the supervision of passionate chefs alongside your training. Not only do you gain a Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship, you will be able to support the running of our kitchens, creating some amazing moments making sure that quality never slips for our guests!
What your apprenticeship includes:
A mixture of face to face and skype/phone catch ups every 4 - 6 weeks
A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
Reviews every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager and Lifetime Trainer
Feedback sessions to discuss progress
Obtain Functional Skills in English and maths (if you don't already have GCSE or equivalents)
30 hours paid work every week
Benefits for M&B Staff:
Love eating out? You'll love it even more with a massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or family roast at Toby Carvery, we've got you covered
Never a dull moment - fun, laughs and lifelong friends!
Funded qualification up to degree level
Charity is important to us. From the company charities to the one which is close to your heart; you can choose how to give something back
Enjoy a 33% discount off a cosy stay at our Inn Keepers Lodges
On top of all this, we offer a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares!
Wage will be:
16-20 year olds: £10 per hour
21+ year olds: £12.21 per hour
At Mitchells and Butlers you will be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over the course of 15 months.Training:
Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 2 including Functional Skills in maths and English
Training Outcome:
Ongoing support and development
Employer Description:You already know Mitchells & Butlers, even if you don't realise it! That's because we run many of the UK's most famous restaurant and pub brands, including: All Bar One, Sizzling Pubs, Vintage Inns, Harvester, Ember Inns, Toby Carvery, Crown Carveries, Castle, Nicholson's, Premium Country Dining Group, O'Neill's, Alex, Village Pub & Kitchen, Miller & Carter, Browns, Innkeeper's Lodge, Orchid Pubs and The Oak Tree.Working Hours :Shift work including bank holidays, evenings and weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Team Working,Organisation Skills....Read more...
Full-Time, Permanent
Date Posted: August 18, 2025
Who we are…
The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 115-year-old non-profit organization has an annual operating budget of over $70 million dollars and generates revenue through four activity streams: the 15-day annual summer Fair which averages more than 700,000 people annually, Playland amusement park which welcomes 400,000 guests annually including Fright Nights, and a busy year-round portfolio of events including concerts, trade shows and film, cultural and community events. In total we bring over 2 million people through the site each year. The fourth activity stream is park care and facility maintenance. PNE is proud of the work it does at Hastings Park and has a vibrant team that is passionate about events, guest experience and delivering memorable experiences.
At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization's core values: Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to "Deliver Memorable Experiences" for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees or the community.
Our ideal candidate is an individual that has mechanical proficiency and a Red Seal in an applicable trade; they have a passion for managing projects and workers, possess a strong work ethic, are highly organized and have the ability to multitask in a fast paced / time sensitive environment. The successful incumbent will ensure compliance with all health and safety requirements and all other applicable legislation and company policies.
Why join our Team?
Exhilarating and fun-loving culture
Flexible work environment
Opportunity for free or discounted tickets to shows, events, sports games, and much more
Staff discounts for Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as all PNE Food Stands
Competitive compensation package
Opportunity to create lasting memories and friendships!
What will you do this year?
In your role as Manager - Playland Attractions Maintenance, your primary accountabilities will be to:
Oversee various projects on the Playland site; inclusive of building maintenance, technical oversight of inspections, general maintenance, set-up, and teardown of over 30 rides.
Lead and co-manage direct reports consisting of full-time and casual Facilities & Maintenance staff (including Ride Technicians, and various tradespersons).
Support development of a 3-5-year strategic asset management and site maintenance plan for Playland.
Implement preventative and predictive maintenance schedules, and regularly review programs for improvement.
Maintain and update training programs and manuals for staff; ensure understanding of policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Create, document, and implement safe work procedures that adhere to OHS regulation for the safety of staff.
Ensure maintenance program for all attraction assets are in compliance with both manufacturer guidelines and Technical Safety BC requirements.
Provide strategic direction pertaining to asset management (rides, attractions, buildings, temporary event structures) and maintenance, inclusive of capital project recommendations.
Liaise with Technical Safety BC and ride safety consultants regarding ride inspections and installations; implement their directives and submit confirmation of corrective actions.
Conduct and document risk/hazard assessments and daily ride inspections to ensure guest safety on site, document and ensure completion of recommended corrective actions.
Work within set budgets and maintain established timelines for project completion.
Lead and develop a responsive and highly skilled team while fostering the PNE core values of enthusiasm, excellence and evolution; notably focusing on staff engagement, empowerment and accountability.
Perform crew talks and instill a safety culture within the team and across the site.
Administer Collective Agreement pertaining to Full-time and Casual staff with support from the People & Culture Department, including employee issues, investigations and discipline.
Act as the On Duty Maintenance Manager or Park Manager for Playland during the operating season.
May be required to respond to operational issues at any time of the day or night.
Performs other duties as required.
What else?
5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in providing leadership and managing preventative maintenance programs, mechanical or construction work, project management OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of 5 years' experience managing large teams of ticketed staff, with a proven ability to effectively engage personnel in the construction, maintenance, or engineering industries, is required.
Completion of a post-secondary degree/diploma/certificate in a relevant discipline (i.e. Project Management, Construction, Heavy Duty Mechanic, Mechanical Engineering, Millwright, Occupational Health & Safety etc.); OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Red Seal Certification is considered an asset.
Sound knowledge of construction, engineering, and maintenance practices, procedures and regulations, including cost estimating, scheduling, licensing and permits/approvals.
Knowledge of heavy equipment operation including zoom boom, forklift, crane, scissor lift etc.
Ability to effectively communicate with staff and other Department Managers, external contractors, government bodies etc.; ability to provide a strong corporate representation both internally and externally.
Proven ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines with a safety-first mind-set.
Strong organization, leadership, communication, and planning skills.
Knowledge and demonstrated proficiency with various computer applications particularly Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, data processing and budget tracking, purchasing and work order creation.
Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines while maintaining a safety-first mind-set.
Ability to function independently and manage various projects simultaneously with competing deadlines.
Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and weekdays; including early mornings and late nights as required.
Applied knowledge of related legislation such as OH&S regulations, WorksafeBC (Worker's Compensation Act) regulations, Technical Safety BC, ASTM and CSA standards is preferred.
Background working within a unionized environment and proven experience with administering Collective Agreements is considered an asset.
Successful candidates must undergo a Criminal Record Check.
Who are you?
Mechanically inclined
Organized
Effective leader
Safety focused.
Hardworking
Team player
Where and when to APPLY?
Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at www.pne.ca/jobs and will be accepted until the role is filled.
Additional Information
The PNE's compensation offerings are in alignment with a pay-for-performance pay philosophy that recognizes individual, and teamwork performance. The role is a permanent, full-time position with a typical salary range of $100,000 - $120,000 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate's competencies, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, experience, and internal pay structures. As a part of the PNE's total compensation package, this position may be eligible for other benefits subject to program eligibility requirements.
The PNE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse community we proudly
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