Job summary
We have an vacancy for an apprentice Chef. The successful candidate will be expected to attend Yeovil College alongside working in the Catering department at YDH. Further details to be discussed at interview.
An Apprenticeship is a real job, with hands on experience, training and a salary. Throughout the programme, apprentices will gain the technical knowledge, practical experience and wider skills & behaviours for the job and future career pathways.
Yeovil College - Production Chef Apprenticeship
As part of the Apprenticeship with Yeovil College you will:
Know how to perform basic food processing, preparation and regeneration of food in line with business / brand specifications and identify how to follow kitchen procedures to maintain food safety and quality. (basic food processing and preparation includes for example sandwiches, bar snacks, light bites, compiling desserts, toasted items).
There are 12 workshops in college, 6 practical, 6 theory
Course length is 14 Months + End Point Assessments
Progress reviews held every 8-12 weeks
You will need to meet the eligibility and enrolment criteria, Qualification certification will be required and you MUST be a UK resident or hold the right to remain/work in the UK - which has been held for the past 3 years.
https://www.yeovil.ac.uk/course/336308/production-chef-level-2-apprenticeship-starting-between-august-2025-and-july-2026/
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship there may be the potential to be offered a substantive position within the team.
Main duties of the job
Each Catering Assistant/Apprentice Chef plays a vital role in our catering services team. Assisting with the preparation of main courses, cakes and pastry products for Retail and Patients to include training on:
- Allergies and special Dietary requirements.
- Developing Knife skills.
- Delivering food to wards for patients
- Working in our retail outlets
- Making sandwiches etc
- Keeping your workstation clean and tidy,
It is all key work, health & hygiene safety is critical at all times.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide and maintain a safe, clean and tidy environment in accordance with work schedules and instructions, using the appropriate equipment provided.
- Assist in unloading stock from cages/trolleys and place into relevant storage including walk-in freezers as per training.
- To prepare items ready for cooking or cold processing.
- to ensure food items are correctly cooked to achieve relevant temperature, quality and taste standards as per training
- Ensure all catering equipment and manual handling aids provided are used as per training
- Report any equipment failures immediately to the Chef, Sous Chef, team leader, Head Chef or Catering manager
- Listen to instructions given regarding daily tasks and organise within your agreed time frame
- Pay attention to detail
- Ensure good communication
- Report for duty on time with clean and tidy uniform and demonstrate high personal standards.
- Use fleet and other dishwashers to clean crockery, cutlery and catering utensils/equipment.
- Provide general cleaning services to maintain catering areas.
- Make sandwiches/rolls etc. following recipe cards and following established procedures.
- Assist with salad and other basic food preparation.
- Participate in training and development needs.
Provide any other duties which are determined to be reasonable (by the post holder or line Manager), considering the training, skills and abilities of the post holder.
Comply with all SSL Policies and Procedures including (but not exclusively), Quality, Environmental Equality, Diversity, Safety, Human Resources and Financial.
Please see the attached job description for further details. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills can apply to this post.
Yeovil College - Production Chef Apprenticeship
You will need to meet the eligibility and enrolment criteria, Qualification certification will be required and you MUST be a UK resident or hold the right to remain/work in the UK - which has been held for the past 3 years.
https://www.yeovil.ac.uk/course/336308/production-chef-level-2-apprenticeship-starting-between-august-2025-and-july-2026/
GCSE Grade 4 - 9 or Level 2 in Maths & English or achieve during the apprenticeship
For more details on the course - please contact:
Student Recruitment Consultant on 01935 845 380 or via studentrecruitment@yeovil.ac.uk
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0589-v1-2
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide and maintain a safe, clean and tidy environment in accordance with work schedules and instructions, using the appropriate equipment provided.
- Assist in unloading stock from cages/trolleys and place into relevant storage including walk-in freezers as per training.
- To prepare items ready for cooking or cold processing.
- to ensure food items are correctly cooked to achieve relevant temperature, quality and taste standards as per training
- Ensure all catering equipment and manual handling aids provided are used as per training
- Report any equipment failures immediately to the Chef, Sous Chef, team leader, Head Chef or Catering manager
- Listen to instructions given regarding daily tasks and organise within your agreed time frame
- Pay attention to detail
- Ensure good communication
- Report for duty on time with clean and tidy uniform and demonstrate high personal standards.
- Use fleet and other dishwashers to clean crockery, cutlery and catering utensils/equipment.
- Provide general cleaning services to maintain catering areas.
- Make sandwiches/rolls etc. following recipe cards and following established procedures.
- Assist with salad and other basic food preparation.
- Participate in training and development needs.
Provide any other duties which are determined to be reasonable (by the post holder or line Manager), considering the training, skills and abilities of the post holder.
Comply with all SSL Policies and Procedures including (but not exclusively), Quality, Environmental Equality, Diversity, Safety, Human Resources and Financial.
Please see the attached job description for further details. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills can apply to this post.
Yeovil College - Production Chef Apprenticeship
You will need to meet the eligibility and enrolment criteria, Qualification certification will be required and you MUST be a UK resident or hold the right to remain/work in the UK - which has been held for the past 3 years.
https://www.yeovil.ac.uk/course/336308/production-chef-level-2-apprenticeship-starting-between-august-2025-and-july-2026/
GCSE Grade 4 - 9 or Level 2 in Maths & English or achieve during the apprenticeship
For more details on the course - please contact:
Student Recruitment Consultant on 01935 845 380 or via studentrecruitment@yeovil.ac.uk
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0589-v1-2
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Maths and English GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent
- UK resident or hold the right to remain/work in the UK - that has been held for the past 3 years
Experience
Essential
- Relevant training will be given to successful applicants
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Have a good understanding of the English language, both spoken and written
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Maths and English GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent
- UK resident or hold the right to remain/work in the UK - that has been held for the past 3 years
Experience
Essential
- Relevant training will be given to successful applicants
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Have a good understanding of the English language, both spoken and written
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
