Apprentice Chef, The Bells Steak House, Silkstone, S75 4LN
| Posting date: | 12 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £8.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 April 2026 |
| Location: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Barnsley College |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | BELLS |
Summary
A motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Chef is required to join our busy kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about food who wants to build a long-term career in the hospitality industry. You will work alongside experienced chefs, gaining hands on experience while completing a recognised culinary qualification.
About the Role
As an Apprentice Chef, you will support the kitchen team with daily operations while developing your skills in professional cooking, food safety, and kitchen organisation. You will learn how a commercial kitchen runs from preparation to service, contributing to a high quality dining experience for our guests.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Food Preparation — Preparing ingredients including washing, peeling, chopping, and measuring.
• Cooking Assistance — Supporting chefs with basic cooking tasks such as sauces, garnishes, and simple dishes.
• Mise en Place — Setting up workstations and ensuring ingredients and equipment are ready for service.
• Kitchen Hygiene — Maintaining cleanliness of surfaces, equipment, and storage areas in line with food safety regulations.
• Stock Rotation — Checking deliveries, storing ingredients correctly, and reporting shortages.
• Equipment Use — Learning safe and effective use of knives, ovens, grills, mixers, and other tools.
• Menu Preparation — Assisting with prep for daily menus, specials, and seasonal dishes.
• Team Support — Working collaboratively with chefs and front of house staff to ensure smooth service.
• Training Participation — Completing all apprenticeship modules, assessments, and practical learning tasks.
What You Will Achieve by the End of the Apprenticeship
By completing the programme, you will gain:
• Professional Cooking Skills — Ability to prepare, cook, and present dishes to industry standards.
• Food Safety Knowledge — Understanding of HACCP, allergens, and safe food handling.
• Knife Competency — Confident and safe use of knives for a range of preparation techniques.
• Kitchen Efficiency — Ability to work quickly, cleanly, and calmly during busy service periods.
• Menu and Recipe Understanding — Knowledge of flavour profiles, cooking methods, and dish construction.
• Teamwork and Communication — Strong communication skills essential for a professional kitchen environment.
• Career Progression — Readiness to progress into a Commis Chef role upon successful completion.
Excellent team of chefs including an ex Barnsley college apprentice/ Great learning experience with staff having worked in Michelin restaurants previously
Candidate Requirements
• A genuine passion for cooking and hospitality
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Good timekeeping and reliability
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Benefits
• Full training and nationally recognised Apprenticeship Production Chef qualification
• Uniform provided
• Supportive team environment
• Clear progression opportunities
Working week: 35 hours per week to start, Mon-Sunday hours on a rota basis – Restaurant hours12-9pm. At latest 9.15/9.30pm finish time – buses run every hour to Barnsley town centre from the bus stop situated outside the restaurant however do have staff that travel to town also on route home so always an option.
Company benefits: All tips are shared equally between all staff after each shift so opportunity for increased salary.
Future prospects: For the right applicant there is the opportunity of a position with the company on completion of the apprenticeship.
About the Role
As an Apprentice Chef, you will support the kitchen team with daily operations while developing your skills in professional cooking, food safety, and kitchen organisation. You will learn how a commercial kitchen runs from preparation to service, contributing to a high quality dining experience for our guests.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Food Preparation — Preparing ingredients including washing, peeling, chopping, and measuring.
• Cooking Assistance — Supporting chefs with basic cooking tasks such as sauces, garnishes, and simple dishes.
• Mise en Place — Setting up workstations and ensuring ingredients and equipment are ready for service.
• Kitchen Hygiene — Maintaining cleanliness of surfaces, equipment, and storage areas in line with food safety regulations.
• Stock Rotation — Checking deliveries, storing ingredients correctly, and reporting shortages.
• Equipment Use — Learning safe and effective use of knives, ovens, grills, mixers, and other tools.
• Menu Preparation — Assisting with prep for daily menus, specials, and seasonal dishes.
• Team Support — Working collaboratively with chefs and front of house staff to ensure smooth service.
• Training Participation — Completing all apprenticeship modules, assessments, and practical learning tasks.
What You Will Achieve by the End of the Apprenticeship
By completing the programme, you will gain:
• Professional Cooking Skills — Ability to prepare, cook, and present dishes to industry standards.
• Food Safety Knowledge — Understanding of HACCP, allergens, and safe food handling.
• Knife Competency — Confident and safe use of knives for a range of preparation techniques.
• Kitchen Efficiency — Ability to work quickly, cleanly, and calmly during busy service periods.
• Menu and Recipe Understanding — Knowledge of flavour profiles, cooking methods, and dish construction.
• Teamwork and Communication — Strong communication skills essential for a professional kitchen environment.
• Career Progression — Readiness to progress into a Commis Chef role upon successful completion.
Excellent team of chefs including an ex Barnsley college apprentice/ Great learning experience with staff having worked in Michelin restaurants previously
Candidate Requirements
• A genuine passion for cooking and hospitality
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Good timekeeping and reliability
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Benefits
• Full training and nationally recognised Apprenticeship Production Chef qualification
• Uniform provided
• Supportive team environment
• Clear progression opportunities
Working week: 35 hours per week to start, Mon-Sunday hours on a rota basis – Restaurant hours12-9pm. At latest 9.15/9.30pm finish time – buses run every hour to Barnsley town centre from the bus stop situated outside the restaurant however do have staff that travel to town also on route home so always an option.
Company benefits: All tips are shared equally between all staff after each shift so opportunity for increased salary.
Future prospects: For the right applicant there is the opportunity of a position with the company on completion of the apprenticeship.