Chef Apprenticeship - Register Interest - Head Office

We're proud winners of the AA Small Hotel Group of the year 2024-25, rated as a Top 30 Best Place to Work in Hospitality 2024 by The Caterer, and recently crowned Best Employer at the 2025 Springboard Awards for Excellence.

As a Chef Apprentice with Eden Hotel Collection, you will be immersed in a vibrant learning environment within our collection of luxury hotels. Our five privately‑owned luxury hotels are located across the Midlands (Mallory Court Hotel & Spa, The Greenway Hotel & Spa, The Arden Hotel and Brockencote Hall Hotel) and Bovey Castle (Dartmoor National Park, Devon).

Our Academy will provide you with the opportunity to work on a full‑time basis and to ‘earn while you learn’, setting you up with the very best skills, qualifications and experience to begin a career in the industry.

• Attend 1–2 days of training per month at a HIT Chef Academy site, with accommodation and travel costs covered, or attend virtual sessions.
• Work under the support of an Executive Chef and learn on‑the‑job from exceptional chefs within a highly skilled kitchen brigade (our Brasseries/Restaurants hold 2–3 rosettes), using premium seasonal produce and high‑quality equipment.

• A real and evident passion for food
• The desire to build a career as a chef
• Superb attention to detail, driven by delivering exceptional standards
• A 'can do' attitude and sense of team spirit
• Enthusiasm and desire to succeed
• Excellent communication skills

You will work in a busy, hardworking team environment where we expect you to be hungry to learn more. You will be required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, across five days (inclusive of training days). Our hotels are busiest on Friday to Sunday, so you should be prepared to work regular weekends.

Apprenticeships last one to two years, giving you the opportunity to learn hands‑on in our kitchens led by talented Executive Chefs. We are committed to offering opportunities to under‑represented groups, especially women in our kitchens.

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
• Monthly Tips:
  Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on the second pay date in the month.
• Discounts & Perks:
  Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities.
• Wellbeing Centre:
  Access to Hello Fresh recipes, fitness videos and financial‑planning tools.
• Health & Wellness Plans:
  Dental, vision, alternative care and 24/7 GP access.
• Sustainable Commuting:
  Cycle‑to‑Work and electric vehicle leasing options.
• Exclusive EHC Perks:
  Discounted stays, spa treatments, golf and leisure at our properties.
• The Happy Hub:
  Peer‑to‑peer cards, monetary rewards, Employee of the Month and long‑service vouchers.
• Genuine Wellbeing Support:
  Financial, mental and physical support via our teams and Hospitality Action.
• Employee Comms:
  Stay connected through Eden Engage for all the latest news.
• Grow with Eden:
  Apprenticeships and leadership programmes such as RISE & THRIVE.
• Family‑Friendly Policies:
  Enhanced leave and return‑to‑work financial support for life's key moments.
• Everyday Essentials:
  Free parking, meals on duty, uniform and a footwear allowance.

• Your Voice Matters:
  Regular surveys that value your input.
• Real Action:
  You said, we did – because we listen and respond.
• Sustainability Focus:
  Employee champions at every hotel and HQ.

We're proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, and our team is always at the heart of what we do, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit and Team. Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and we encourage applications from all communities, including under‑represented groups, parents, people living with disabilities and those bringing diverse perspectives.

Join us to experience what it means to work for a values‑led, award‑winning employer. Want to hear more about 'Life at Eden'? Follow us on Instagram @ehcpeople.