Apprentice Commis Chef - Villa Park

Overview

Job Title:

Apprentice Commis Chef - Villa Park

Salary/Hourly Rate: £26,309 per year

Location:

Aston Villa Football Club, Villa Park, Aston, Birmingham, B6 6HE

Reporting to:
Head Chef

Hours/Working Pattern: 40 Hours per week, 7 Day Operation (shifts can vary depending on business needs)

Contractual Requirements:
Candidates must be aged 18+

We’re on the lookout for a driven and enthusiastic Apprentice Commis Chef to join our vibrant kitchen team at Villa Park! This is a full‑time, 40‑hour opportunity to kick‑start your culinary career in one of the most exciting hospitality environments around.

As an apprentice, you’ll be right at the heart of the action - learning from talented chefs, mastering essential skills, and getting hands‑on experience preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes to top standards. You’ll keep our kitchen running smoothly with brilliant hygiene, teamwork, and a positive attitude.

In return, you’ll join a company that invests in your growth, celebrates individuality, and rewards those who go the extra mile. If you’re passionate about food, eager to learn, and ready to take your first big step in the culinary world, we want to hear from you!

On completion of the Apprenticeship, you will achieve the Commis Chef L2 and become a qualified commis chef.

This apprenticeship is based at Villa Park, one of our Levy UK sites. Villa Park isn’t just the home of Aston Villa Football Club - it’s one of Birmingham’s leading event destinations. From private meetings to weddings for up to 700 guests, we deliver unforgettable experiences in 114 versatile spaces, all supported by exceptional catering.

We’re easy to reach - just two miles from the M6, outside Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone, with over 1,000 on-site parking spaces.

• Keeping high standards of personal hygiene and kitchen cleanliness, following all Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations.
• Preparing, cooking, and presenting food to the standards set by senior chefs - with great portion control and attention to detail.
• Storing and disposing of food safely, and keeping fridges, freezers, and hot holding equipment at the correct temperatures (and recording them).
• Following safe catering practices at all times, including proper decanting, fridge discipline, and “clean as you go” routines.
• Maintaining accurate records and completing opening, closing, and handover procedures with a focus on safety and security.
• Working as a positive, proactive member of a busy kitchen team and supporting senior chefs whenever needed.
• Preparing ingredients - washing, peeling, chopping - and assisting with mise en place.
• Cooking and plating dishes to agreed recipes and standards.
• Safely operating kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, fryers, stoves, and microwaves.
• Setting up and closing down your workstation, including cleaning and sanitising all tools, equipment, and surfaces

Full training will be provided - all you need is enthusiasm and a willingness to learn!

• Excellent customer services skills
• Great teamwork skills
• Attention to detail
• Organised approach
• Positive outlook and outgoing personality
• Previous kitchen experience is a big plus

• Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
• Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
• Health & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
• Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
• Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
• Meals on duty
• Vodaphone discounts
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday
• 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back
• Competitive and supportive family benefits
• Day off for baby's first birthday
• Holiday purchase scheme
• On-going training & development and career pathways
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Financial wellbeing programme…