Commis Chef Apprentice, Rinaldis, Wakefield, WF2 7JE
| Posting date: | 25 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £8.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 April 2026 |
| Location: | Sandal, Wakefield |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Barnsley College |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | Commis chef level 2 |
Summary
In the heart of Sandal, five minutes from the centre of Wakefield, Rinaldis is a vibrant, modern and attractive Italian restaurant. Open 7 days a week both lunchtimes and evenings offering an extensive Italian menu with a wide selection of favourite dishes including pizza, pasta, steaks and freshly prepared fish dishes, all accompanied by a very well-appointed wine list and a great selection of beers.
Are you passionate about food and looking to kick-start your career in the kitchen? We're on the lookout for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our kitchen team as a Chef Apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn while you earn, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment, while working towards a nationally recognised Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship.
Main Responsibilities :
About the Role:
• Assisting in the preparation and cooking of dishes following set recipes and
procedures
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards
• Supporting the kitchen team with stock rotation, deliveries, and general tasks
• Learning essential culinary skills under the supervision of experienced chefs
• Contributing to a positive, safe, and team-focused working environment
Delivery to be completed on site and off the job training either at Barnsley College or your place of work. Student to complete Commis Chef Level 2.
All applicants must be 18+
Basic culinary experience required
Desirable: Maths and English grade 4/C or above
Shift patterns to be discussed at interview, working hours across Monday – Sunday, Tuesdays in College
What We’re Looking For:
• A genuine interest in food and the hospitality industry
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
• No previous kitchen experience required – just a passion for cooking!
• A reliable team player with a strong work ethic
• Good communication and time management skills
What We’re Looking For:
• A genuine interest in the food and the hospitality industry
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
• Passionate about cooking!
• A reliable team player with a strong work ethic
• Good communication and time management skills
Two questions to think about if you get to the interview stages
1. What would make you a good candidate for this job?
2. Where would you like to be in the next 5 years in your career?
Are you passionate about food and looking to kick-start your career in the kitchen? We're on the lookout for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our kitchen team as a Chef Apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn while you earn, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment, while working towards a nationally recognised Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship.
Main Responsibilities :
About the Role:
• Assisting in the preparation and cooking of dishes following set recipes and
procedures
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards
• Supporting the kitchen team with stock rotation, deliveries, and general tasks
• Learning essential culinary skills under the supervision of experienced chefs
• Contributing to a positive, safe, and team-focused working environment
Delivery to be completed on site and off the job training either at Barnsley College or your place of work. Student to complete Commis Chef Level 2.
All applicants must be 18+
Basic culinary experience required
Desirable: Maths and English grade 4/C or above
Shift patterns to be discussed at interview, working hours across Monday – Sunday, Tuesdays in College
What We’re Looking For:
• A genuine interest in food and the hospitality industry
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
• No previous kitchen experience required – just a passion for cooking!
• A reliable team player with a strong work ethic
• Good communication and time management skills
What We’re Looking For:
• A genuine interest in the food and the hospitality industry
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
• Passionate about cooking!
• A reliable team player with a strong work ethic
• Good communication and time management skills
Two questions to think about if you get to the interview stages
1. What would make you a good candidate for this job?
2. Where would you like to be in the next 5 years in your career?