The apprentice will be part of the kitchen team, learning how a professional restaurant operates day‑to‑day.
Training will combine hands‑on cooking, food preparation, and structured learning time, with responsibilities increasing as skills develop.
Typical tasks include:
Preparing ingredients, basic dishes and mise en place across different kitchen sections
Assisting chefs during service, plating dishes and maintaining high presentation standards
Learning core cooking techniques such as knife skills, sauces, stocks, grilling, frying and baking
Following food‑safety, hygiene and allergen procedures to maintain a safe working environment
Supporting general kitchen operations, including cleaning, organising equipment and managing stock rotation
Training:
The apprentice will work towards the Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship, delivered through Coastland College
This includes structured off‑the‑job learning alongside practical experience in the restaurant kitchen, covering cooking methods, food preparation, nutrition, allergens, kitchen operations and professional standards
On completion, the apprentice will achieve a Commis Chef apprenticeship certifiacte, recognised across the hospitality industry and providing a strong foundation for future progression into chef de partie roles and beyond
Training Outcome:
Following completion of the apprenticeship the right candidate may be taken on as a permanent member of staff
Employer Description:Rise Café Bar is a modern, vibrant café‑bar located in the heart of West Bay, Dorset, set right on the water where the River Brit meets the harbour. We serve “good mood food” all day, from breakfast through to evening service, alongside craft beers, cocktails and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Our location on the little island just over thebridge makes us a popular spot for locals, visitors and holidaymakers alike.
The kitchen team works across a varied menu with fresh, seasonal dishes, giving apprentices the chance to learn a wide range of skills in a busy, professional environment. As part of a growing hospitality group, we offer a supportive place to learn, develop confidence and build a long‑term career in the industry. Apprentices at Rise Café Bar become part of a friendly, motivated team that values quality, consistency and a genuine passion for great food.Working Hours :Shifts spread across 7 days depending on production needs). Plus 1 day per week at college.
Shift pattern/timings to be agreed with the employer and may be subject to change depending on events.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Executive Chef – Private Country ClubHouston, TX | $120,000 - $130,000Our client is a highly regarded private country club featuring a $4 million annual food and beverage operation with a strong emphasis on elevated à la carte dining. This role is ideal for a seasoned Executive Chef who thrives in a member-focused hospitality environment.Responsibilities:
Direct all culinary operations, ensuring excellence in food quality, consistency, and serviceLead and inspire a culinary team to deliver refined à la carte dining experiencesManage labor, food cost, purchasing, and inventory to meet financial targetsCollaborate with club leadership on menu strategy, seasonal offerings, and member satisfaction
Executive Chef Qualifications:
Extensive experience managing upscale, à la carte culinary programsStrong leadership, communication, and organizational skillsProven ability to manage budgets and cost controls in a high-volume settingDeep understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance standards
What They’re Offering:
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance401(k) retirement plan with bonus potentialRelocation support available for qualified candidates
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Job Title: Executive Chef Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands Salary: €4,500 - €5,000 gross per monthA large, multi-outlet hotel operation in Amsterdam is seeking an Executive Chef to take full responsibility for the day-to-day culinary operation while also driving standards, consistency, and performance across all food outlets.This is a highly operational role suited to a hands-on culinary leader who enjoys being present in the kitchen, leading from the front, and balancing execution with structure, cost control, and team development.The Executive Chef will oversee all kitchen operations across the hotel, including breakfast service, restaurants, bar menus, among others. While the position carries strategic responsibility, it remains firmly grounded in daily operations and active kitchen leadership.Key Responsibilities
Lead the kitchen operation on a daily basis, remaining closely involved in service and productionOversee all culinary outlets, including high-volume breakfast, banquets, events, and à la carte offeringsEnsure consistent food quality, presentation, and service standards across all kitchensManage, coach, and develop a large, diverse kitchen team through visible and hands-on leadershipControl food costs, margins, inventory, and supplier relationships, ensuring commercial performancePlan menus and concepts that are operationally efficient, scalable, and guest-focusedMaintain strict compliance with HACCP, food safety, and hygiene regulationsWork closely with hotel leadership to align culinary operations with overall business objectives
Candidate Profile
Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Head Chef in a high-volume hotel or complex hospitality operationStrong operational mindset with the ability to lead from the kitchen floorDemonstrated experience managing large teams and multiple service periodsSolid financial and cost-control expertise within food operationsComfortable balancing creativity with structure, consistency, and efficiencyFluent in English; Dutch is an advantage
What’s on Offer
A senior culinary leadership role with strong operational involvementResponsibility and autonomy within a large, complex hotel environmentA professional, fast-paced setting focused on execution, quality, and guest satisfactionCompetitive salary and benefits aligned with experience
Job Title: Executive ChefLocation: Amsterdam, NetherlandsSalary: €4,500 - €5,000 gross per monthIf you would like to have more information about the role, please apply or send your cv to maria@corecruitment.comGet social……. http://www.corecruitment.com/ https://www.facebook.com/COREcruitmentDOTcom/ Tweet us @COREcruitment....Read more...
Bakery Manager
Salary: £33,000 per year Contract: PermanentLocation: Wells, Somerset
Our client is opening a brand-new bakery in Wells, and we’re now recruiting an experienced Bakery Manager to lead it. We’re looking for a passionate individual who can inspire their team, deliver exceptional service, and champion our client’s values from the outset.
What you’ll do:
Embed the High End Bakery mindset throughout your team
Inspire and nourish colleagues to support their personal development
Establish your bakery as the heart of the local community
Lead your team to deliver exceptional service every single time
Drive a culture of high performance through engagement and coaching
Consistently deliver on financial KPIs
Manage all controllable costs effectively
Train and coach to our brand standards
Create the World’s Best Coffee and prepare our award‑winning food
Recognise colleagues’ strengths and place them where they shine to maximise sales
You’ll receive full training on our Rise and Shine Programme, giving you the skills and confidence To Be Yourself as part of an inspiring team.
Requirements
We’re looking for someone who brings both skill and warmth to the role. You must have:
Essential:
Strong people skills — a genuine people person who is friendly, approachable, and confident engaging with a wide range of customers
Proven management or supervisory experience with a solid track record of leading and developing teams
Excellent customer service skills, with a natural ability to create memorable, positive experiences
Experience working with food in a hospitality or food‑led environment
A passion for great coffee and great food, with enthusiasm for quality and consistency
Confident communicator, able to motivate, coach and inspire your team
Highly Desirable:
Experience working in a coffee shop, café, bakery or similar setting
What you’ll receive:
50% discount on all food and drink
Up to 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
Pasty Perks – exclusive discounts and savings on top brands
Access to a Hardship Fund when you need it most
Employer‑funded health & wellbeing support, including:
24/7 GP access
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted gym memberships
Employer‑funded healthcare cash plan (optical, dental & more)
Paid birthday day off
Shareholder fund membership (subject to service)
Company sick pay
Competitive bonus scheme based on bakery performance
…and more!
Interested?
Contact Chris Henry on 01803 840 844 or email chris.henry@mego.co.uk to find out more or apply today!
Mego Employment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for temporary staffing.
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General Manager – QSR Business - Up to $75,000The Role:Our client is an exciting global QSR concept, in a bustling location, is seeking a highly hands-on General Manager to lead the team and drive the success of the store in Johnston, RIKey Responsibilities:
Manage a large team, leading, training, and motivating them to deliver excellent customer service and food quality.Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service in a high-traffic environment.Monitor KPIs, P&L, and drive sales through upselling, marketing initiatives, and outstanding guest experiences.Manage stock counts, ordering, and GP targets.Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and brand standards.Deliver financial targets, including budgeting, forecasting, and labour cost control.
Requirements:
Proven experience as a General Manager or Operations Manager in QSR or high-volume hospitality.Very hands-on approach with strong leadership and people management skills.Experience managing KPIs, P&L, and driving sales performance.Excellent knowledge of food safety, health & safety, and compliance!Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.Outstanding organisational and communication skills.
Apply now to be part of this exciting launch!If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Cassidy....Read more...
Sous Chef, Gastro Pub, ASAP StartA busy country pub in the Northamptonshire countryside is hiring a Sous Chef
Peak summer food sales up to £50k per weekBig outdoor space for high-volume serviceOutdoor BBQ offer during the summer monthsSet in a former stationmaster’s house with views over the lake and countryside
The role
You will support the Head Chef and lead the kitchen day to day.Run service at pace, inside and outsideCook with fresh produce and bring ideas to the menuDrive consistency, quality, and speed during peak tradeManage prep, ordering, stock, and wastageLead, train, and develop junior chefsKeep standards tight on food safety and cleanliness
What you need
Sous Chef experience in a fresh-food kitchenConfidence running busy services and outdoor tradeStrong people skillsCalm, approachable leadershipClear focus on coaching juniors and building a team culture
Pay and contract
Salary: £36,000 + tronc (around £3-4,000 per year)Salary or Hourly options availableContracted hours: 48 per week
Start date
ASAP
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Sous Chef, Gastro Pub, ASAP StartA busy country pub in the Northamptonshire countryside is hiring a Sous Chef
Peak summer food sales up to £50k per weekBig outdoor space for high-volume serviceOutdoor BBQ offer during the summer monthsSet in a former stationmaster’s house with views over the lake and countryside
The role
You will support the Head Chef and lead the kitchen day to day.Run service at pace, inside and outsideCook with fresh produce and bring ideas to the menuDrive consistency, quality, and speed during peak tradeManage prep, ordering, stock, and wastageLead, train, and develop junior chefsKeep standards tight on food safety and cleanliness
What you need
Sous Chef experience in a fresh-food kitchenConfidence running busy services and outdoor tradeStrong people skillsCalm, approachable leadershipClear focus on coaching juniors and building a team culture
Pay and contract
Salary: £36,000 + tronc (around £3-4,000 per year)Salary or Hourly options availableContracted hours: 48 per week
Start date
ASAP
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General Manager – QSR Business - Up to $75,000Flushing, NYThe Role:Our client is an exciting Global QSR concept who is seeking a highly hands-on General Manager to lead the team and drive the success of a new store. Key Responsibilities:
Manage a large team, leading, training, and motivating them to deliver excellent customer service and food quality.Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service in a high-traffic environment.Monitor KPIs, P&L, and drive sales through upselling, marketing initiatives, and outstanding guest experiences.Manage stock counts, ordering, and GP targets.Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and brand standards.Deliver financial targets, including budgeting, forecasting, and labour cost control.
Requirements:
Proven experience as a General Manager or Operations Manager in QSR or high-volume hospitality.Very hands-on approach with strong leadership and people management skills.Experience managing KPIs, P&L, and driving sales performance.Excellent knowledge of food safety, health & safety, and compliance!Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.Outstanding organisational and communication skills.
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Cassidy....Read more...
General Manager – QSR Business - Up to $75,000The Role:Our client is an exciting global QSR concept, in a bustling location, is seeking a highly hands-on General Manager to lead the team and drive the success of the site.Key Responsibilities:
Manage a large team, leading, training, and motivating them to deliver excellent customer service and food quality.Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service in a high-traffic environment.Monitor KPIs, P&L, and drive sales through upselling, marketing initiatives, and outstanding guest experiences.Manage stock counts, ordering, and GP targets.Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and brand standards.Deliver financial targets, including budgeting, forecasting, and labour cost control.
Requirements:
Proven experience as a General Manager or Operations Manager in QSR or high-volume hospitality.Very hands-on approach with strong leadership and people management skills.Experience managing KPIs, P&L, and driving sales performance.Excellent knowledge of food safety, health & safety, and compliance!Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.Outstanding organisational and communication skills.
Apply now to be part of this exciting launch!If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Cassidy....Read more...
Catering Operations Manager - HealthcareWe have been retained by this expanding Health care group who are now looking for a Catering Operations Manager for one of their units. This job role reports to the Head of Operations or Operations DirectorRole in brief:The Catering Operations Manager is responsible for leading, managing, and optimizing the food service operations within a healthcare environment (hospitals, long term care, rehabilitation centers, and clinics). The role ensures high quality, safe, nutritious, and patient-focused meal services in line with clinical dietary requirements, food safety, infection control measures, and organizational KPIs.The Catering Manager acts as the primary link between the client and company management, as well as between the company and the workforce.Qualifications, Skills and Attributes we are looking for in our ideal person:
Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, Nutrition, Food & Beverage management, or related fields.Minimum 5+years of experience in healthcare catering with at least 3 years in a supervisory and managerial role.Strong knowledge of therapeutic diets, HACCP, ISO standards, and hospital operations.Excellent leadership, communication, and customer service skills.Ability to manage multicultural teams and work in fast paced clinical environmentExcellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic reporting systemsPatience & centered MindsetStrong operational planningFood safety expertiseStaff coaching and empowermentFinancial awareness and cost controlContinuous improvement orientationStrong communication skills Team playerIdentifying issues and developing effective solutionsAdaptable with changes and innovations
Salary package: AED20k base plus company provided accommodation & transport plus standard benefits like medical, flights etc.Get in touch: michelle@corecruitment.com....Read more...
We’re working with a leading UK organisation operating within large-scale venues and live events, who are looking to appoint an experienced Safety Manager to join their Safety & Wellbeing function. This role is ideal for a Health & Safety professional with strong food safety and event catering experience, particularly within high-footfall, high-risk environments. You’ll act as a visible safety ambassador, driving best practice, compliance, and a positive safety culture across event operations. You’ll play a key role in managing safety standards at major events, supporting matchday / event documentation, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, client standards, and relevant regulatory bodies, and providing clear reporting and feedback post-event. Key Responsibilities
Lead and drive Health & Safety and Food Safety initiatives across multi-site operationsAct as a trusted advisor to operational teams, influencing safety performance at all levelsEnsure compliance with national H&S legislation, food safety regulations, and industry standardsSupport safety planning and documentation for large-scale events and live environmentsOversee incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actionsDeliver food safety and H&S training to operational teamsConduct audits, inspections, and site visits across UK locationsChampion continuous improvement and challenge unsafe behaviours constructivelyManage multiple safety-related projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience in Health & Safety management within hospitality, food service, events, or other high-risk sectorsStrong background in food safety, auditing, and inspectionsNEBOSH General Certificate and IOSH qualification (or equivalent)Confident conducting risk assessments and accident investigationsHighly organised, compliance-focused, and capable of working autonomouslyStrong IT skills and professional integrityWillingness to travel across the UK as required
Desirable (but not essential)
ISO auditing experienceEnvironmental Management exposureAdvanced Food Hygiene qualification or extensive practical experienceTrain the Trainer certificationPrevious leadership or line management experience within HSEComfortable working in fast-moving, event-led environments
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Assisting with food prep (chopping, marinating, portioning)
Following recipes and guidance from senior cook
Ensuring food is cooked to quality and safety standards
Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and compliant with hygiene rules
Managing stock, checking deliveries, and rotating ingredients
Setting up and packing down the kitchen each day
Working with the Front of House team to deliver smooth service
Maintaining food temperature, storage, and labelling requirements
Supporting menu changes or specials with prep and ideas
Preparing and cooking Caribbean and English home‑style dishes
Training:Training is provided on-site. Training provider will provide 1-2-1 training at the workplace. Apprentices can also attend HIT Training Chef Academy in Edgbaston.Training Outcome:Permanent employment upon completion of training.Employer Description:At DaBrunch, we bring the heart and soul of the Caribbean to West Bromwich. Born from a passion of authentic flavours, warm hospitality and good vibes, we've created a space where food isn't just served - it's celebrated. Our menu is inspired by traditional Jamaican and Caribbean cuisine, from hearty, belly-filling breakfasts to bold flavour-packed brunch favourites.Working Hours :30 hours per week, some weekend shifts may be available.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance.
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance.
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation, and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance.
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation, and safeguarding measures are in place. Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year
Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company
Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place
Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation, and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance.
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance.
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
