About the Role
The Chelsea Harbour Hotel is seeking a motivated Chef Apprentice to join their Kitchen Team. This role offers hands-on experience in food preparation, cooking techniques, kitchen operations, and food safety, while working towards professional development in a luxury hospitality environment.
Responsibilities
- Learn and assist with the preparation and cooking of food to hotel standards.
- Support the kitchen team with mise en place and daily food preparation tasks.
- Develop an understanding of different cooking methods, ingredients, and presentation techniques.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen areas, equipment, and storage spaces.
- Follow all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures.
- Assist with receiving, checking, and storing deliveries appropriately.
- Work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen colleagues to support smooth service operations.
- Learn how to minimise food waste and contribute to sustainable kitchen practices.
- Participate in training activities and continuously develop knowledge and practical skills.
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a commitment to personal growth throughout the apprenticeship programme.
Requirements
- A genuine interest in cooking, food preparation, and hospitality.
- A strong desire to learn and develop professional culinary skills.
- A positive attitude and willingness to take direction from experienced chefs.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- A commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety.
- Excellent attention to detail and a passion for quality.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
- Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.
Skills
- Cooking
- Food preparation
- Kitchen operations
- Food safety
- Hygiene
- Teamwork
- Communication
Location
- London
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level
Benefits
- Social Events, Wellbeing and Team Activities
- Training and Development Opportunities
- Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Career Development and Regular Salary Reviews
- Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan Scheme
- One Paid Volunteer Day Per Year
- Complimentary Meals Prepared by Our Chefs
- Length of Service Holiday Reward Scheme
- Discounted Accommodation Worldwide
- 50% Discount in Food & Beverage Outlets
- Life Assurance
- Recommend a Friend Scheme
About the Company
- Millennium Hotels & Resorts owns and operates a global portfolio of over 120 hotels worldwide.
- Properties are grouped into distinctive collections including Leng's Collection, M Social Collection, Millennium Collection, Copthorne Collection, and The Biltmore Collection.
- Joining The Chelsea Harbour Hotel means becoming part of an international hospitality company that offers genuine opportunities for learning, growth and career progression.
Equal Opportunity
- At Millennium Hotels & Resorts, we believe our strength lies in our differences. We foster a culture of inclusion where every colleague feels welcome, valued and empowered to reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
