Commis Chef Apprentice at Hilton London Metropole

As an Apprentice Chef with Hilton, you will work towards a Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over 16 months. No prior experience needed – just a passion for food! 

An Apprentice Chef will also be required to undertake all reasonable duties as assigned by the Head Chef.  

Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: 

• Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food to the highest standard 
• Contribute to high levels of customer service 
• Comply with Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations 
• Complete all aspects of the apprenticeship programme 
• Work a variety of shifts including early mornings, evenings and weekends 

Benefits and Pay 

• £12.50 per hour.
• Travel and food discounts: 30 discounted hotel nights per year plus 50% off Food & Beverage (subject to individual outlets) 
• Free meals on duty 
• Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly) 
• Pension scheme 
• High street discounts: with Perks at Work 
• Grow your career and Personal Development: programmes designed to support your career 
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) and Wellbeing Hub 
• Dedicated 1-2-1 support throughout your apprenticeship 
• Functional Maths and English skills offered alongside the programme 

• GCSE English and Maths grades A-D / 3-9 (or equivalent)
• GCSE Cookery/Food Tech is desirable

Remember you will be on your feet all day! You will be working in a busy and challenging kitchen. You will work a rota which may require you to work weekends and evenings. Please research location and consider your commute in terms of time and cost prior to applying for the role.

Progression within your job role and organisation with the potential to complete further Apprenticeships and training relevant to your role.

On-the-job training 4 days a week and also 1 day a week at WKC Commis Chef Apprenticeship standard Functional Skills English and maths at Level 1, progressing to Level 2.

Site Westminster Kingsway College has an excellent reputation within the hospitality and catering industry. The Hospitality school has been based at Vincent Square, Victoria for 100 years. The college offers a unique opportunity to study for apprenticeships that are tailored directly to industry requirements. Westminster Kingsway College is recognised as one of the leading providers of training in London and has been accredited with the Training Quality Standard. The Hospitality School is a member of two National Skills Academies for Hospitality and Food & Drink Manufacturing. We also have strong links with many Hospitality associations such as the Craft Guild of Chefs.

Westminster Kingsway College, Victoria Centre, SW1P 2PD

12 months training followed by 4 months end point assessment.