Job Description

This is a superb opportunity to work within the catering industry providing services to valued airline clients in accordance with the menu specifications set by

Newrest In Flight UK Limited

as an

Apprentice Production Chef

earning while studying for a

Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Based at the Newrest London Gatwick, the apprentice will complete multiple masterclasses in college at Brighton Met as part of their apprenticeship whilst learning to create dishes at work. All constantly working with the guests in mind and looking for ways to make the dining experience even more memorable.

Key Responsibilities

To Assist in the preparation and cooking of menu items as directed by the Head / Sous Chef. To assist with stock taking when required. To carry out the smooth and efficient running of kitchen department as appropriate. To be a team player, assisting other team members when necessary. To treat members of the team at your location as you would expect to be treated. To ensure stock, deliveries and wastage are all checked and recorded in line with company and food standards. To adhere to the company's Food Hygiene, Health and Safety and environmental policies. To ensure that food storage areas are maintained in accordance with the company's Food Hygiene, Health and Safety and Environmental policies and procedures. Interact with, colleagues, customers and clients in a professional manner always. Adhere to Unit safety measures in place. Adhere to Inflight services security compliance. Adhere to clean as you go standard. Always interact with colleagues and clients on site in a professional manner. Comply with all unit Corporate, Social, Responsibility initiatives. Ensure you are aware and comply with QHSE policies and procedures. Ensure you understand Newrest Non-negotiables and always adhere to these. Report all accident/hazards/near misses, in your area in line with Newrest requirements. Ensure you understand, comply and abide by any new or amendments to policies, processes or working practices. Understanding of Basic Food Hygiene and Health and Safety procedures Any other duties as requested by your manager.

What we are looking for:

Someone who is keen to learn and interested in the Airline Industry Someone who is flexible and able/willing to work weekends, bank holidays and evenings as required to meet seasonal and customer needs. Willing to learn in challenging surroundings Able to work and communicate with a busy team and who is physically fit Someone who can work calmly under pressure Someone who can quickly become familiar with industry best practices Someone who can quickly learn various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.

Key Skills

Excellent communication Team player Customer service skills Good literacy skills Operational awareness Attention to detail Willingness to learn Resilience Takes direction well Hardworking Friendly Focused Trustworthy Physically Fit

Working week:

40-hour week on a rota basis - 5 days out of 7 which could be Monday to Sunday. To include monthly attendance at Brighton Met College and allocated study time in the workplace.

Salary:

26,873.60 per annum

Qualifications Required:

GCSE Maths and English minimum grade 2 desired

Future Prospects:

A permanent role will be available on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

About the employer:

Newrest is a global leader in multi-sector catering, operating in over 50 countries and serving more than 1.5 million meals daily. Headquartered in Toulouse, France, we specialize in airline catering, rail catering, remote site management, and retail concessions. With a workforce of approximately 60,000, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. For further information please visit: https://www.newrest.eu/en/our-network/united-kingdom/

What you need to know:

Consider shift start and finish times and transport links to site, living within reasonable travelling distance to the site may be a consideration. Work will be both inside and outside so consideration should be given to changing weather conditions. It will be a noisy work environment due to proximity to aircraft. The successful applicant must be able to access all public areas of the property including stairwells, confined spaces, heights etc. Work may involve reasonable lifting of heavy / bulky objects within the published health & safety guidelines on manual handling and or food safety requirements. You must wear a uniform to specified standards including a visible name badge and appropriate PPE at all times. You must complete all relevant paperwork within specified standards and timeframes. This Level 2 qualification is a 15-month apprenticeship including the 3 months end point assessment. To apply you must have lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years before the start date of the apprenticeship learning and have authorisation to work in the UK. You cannot apply if you already have a qualification equal to or higher than the apprenticeship standard being studied. You can apply if you have a higher qualification than the apprenticeship standard in an unrelated subject. You should live in the area local to the employer and the college campus offering the apprenticeship. This is a combination of work and learning so you will need to commit to the learning and stay at the employers until the apprenticeship is successfully completed. Learning at Brighton Met College may be undertaken remotely or onsite with classroom attendance.

Further Information:

Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (ANMW): The National Minimum Wage for Apprentices is 7.55 per hour (As of the 1st of April 2025). This is the legal minimum pay per hour applying to 16- to 18-year-old apprentices and those aged 19 and over in the first year of their apprenticeship. For apprentices 19 or over who have completed their first year and are continuing their apprenticeship, the National Minimum Wage appropriate to their ages applies.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: 26,873.60 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:

Crawley RH10 9QT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Location:

Crawley RH10 9QT (preferred)
Work Location: In person