Apprentice Chef – Bespoke Hotel Academy Relaunch
Location: The Chester Grosvenor
Hours: 40 hours per week (Full-Time)
Programme Duration: 12–18 months
Application Open: Apply now to Grow with Grosvenor
At The Chester Grosvenor, we value positivity, passion, and potential as highly as experience. With a legacy of elite hospitality since 1865, we are proud to relaunch our Bespoke Hotel Academy and invite aspiring chefs to join us as Apprentice Chefs.
This is a rare opportunity to learn your craft in one of the UK’s most prestigious hotels, working alongside Executive Chef Elliot Hill and some of the finest culinary professionals in the industry.
Your Culinary Journey
As An Apprentice Chef, You’ll Rotate Across
* The Arkle – our new signature fine-dining restaurant
* La Brasserie – our vibrant 2 AA Rosette restaurant
* Meetings & Events Catering
* Pastry and Bakery Kitchens
With 20% dedicated learning time and 80% hands-on kitchen experience, you’ll develop your culinary foundation in a supportive, professional, and passionate environment.
What We’re Looking For
No experience? No problem. We’re looking for people, not just CVs.
* A genuine passion for food and cooking
* A positive attitude and team spirit
* Ambition to grow with us—personally and professionally
* A strong willingness to learn and absorb knowledge
* Attention to detail and pride in your work
* The desire to become part of the legacy that is The Chester Grosvenor
What You’ll Gain
* Farm-to-fork experience: work with exceptional seasonal produce and local suppliers
* An industry-recognised apprenticeship qualification
* Extensive career development opportunities within Bespoke Hotels
* Complimentary meals, uniform, and chef laundry service
* Employee discounts across Bespoke and Coast & Country Hotels UK-wide
* Wagestream – access your earnings when you need them
* Recognition awards, service-based holiday bonuses, and exclusive Team Grosvenor treats
* Discounts at The Chester Grosvenor on F&B, Spa, and Retail
* Wellbeing initiatives and discounted memberships
Your Key Duties
* Master core culinary skills to prepare, cook, and present dishes to the highest standards
* Maintain rigorous food safety and hygiene practices, including allergen awareness and legal compliance
* Understand menu design, seasonality, sourcing, and cost-awareness
About Bespoke Hotels
Founded in 2000, Bespoke Hotels is the UK’s largest independent hotel group, with:
* 9,500 rooms under management
* Over 8,000 employees
* £815 million in managed assets
We take pride in our diverse portfolio, from luxury spa resorts to stylish urban hotels—each one Bespoke by name and bespoke by nature.
Ready to start your journey?
Join an iconic institution, learn from the best, and begin your culinary career at The Chester Grosvenor.
Apply now to Grow with Grosvenor. #J-18808-Ljbffr