Apprentice Chef

Company Description

When we founded Benugo 28 years ago we had a vision of not just creating superb, natural food but of giving London something that was a real experience.

This vision is still true today. The Benugo brand stretches from our own award-winning high street stores to cafes and restaurants within some of the world’s best loved public spaces and visitor attraction.

Find out more about us at www.benugo.com

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Chef to join our Events by Benugo Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a culinary career, learning everything from food preparation to high-quality presentation. You will gain valuable skills whilst helping to create outstanding dishes for special events.

If you’re eager to develop your culinary career with Events By Benugo then we’d love to hear from you!

As an Apprentice Chef, you will gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen while working towards a qualification. Under the guidance of experienced Benugo chefs, you will learn essential skills, including:

• Food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and presentation skills
• Working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Understanding and maintaining food hygiene, safety, and allergen regulations
• Assisting in the production of high-quality dishes for events
• Learning how to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients to create healthy and delicious dishes
• Supporting stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation

Qualifications

• Applicants must be aged 18 or over
• A keen interest in cooking and professional catering
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above preferred) – if not already achieved, support will be provided to complete these as part of the apprenticeship
• A willingness to learn and work towards a Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship
• A strong work ethic, enthusiasm, and commitment to training
• Desirable:
• Previous kitchen experience (not essential, but beneficial)
• A Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (if not held, training will be provided)
• Knowledge of food safety, allergens, and hygiene standards

Additional Information

Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture, but we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Free lunch on shift
• Endless tea and coffee on shift
• 50% discount on food and soft drinks in all our locations, plus free tea & coffee on your days off too!
• Competitive rate
• Life Assurance
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Perkbox app) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders