Job Summary
Trainee Chef Apprentice – Ignite Your Culinary Career!

Salary £10.50 per hour

30 hrs per week

Are you passionate about food and eager to kickstart a career in the kitchen? We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Trainee Chef Apprentice. This is your chance to learn from a team of experienced chefs, gain hands-on experience, and work towards a nationally recognised qualification – all while getting paid!

What You’ll Be Doing:

Assisting in the preparation and cooking of fresh, seasonal dishes
Learning essential kitchen skills and food safety practices
Supporting the team during busy service periods
Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and running smoothly
Attending training sessions and working towards your culinary qualification

What We’re Looking For:

A genuine passion for food and hospitality
Willingness to learn and take direction
A positive attitude and strong work ethic
Good communication and teamwork skills
No prior experience required – just enthusiasm and commitment!

What We Offer:

Full training and support from experienced chefs
Opportunity to gain a Diploma in Professional Cookery SCQF Level 5 & 6 qualification working in partnership with UHI Perth College.
A friendly, inclusive, and supportive working environment

Benefits include:

· Holiday entitlement starting at 36 days pa pro-rata (rising to 41 days pa pro-rata) including bank holidays – 2-week Christmas closure (some holiday entitlement required)

· Life assurance 4 x annual salary

· Christmas Bonus & Discretionary bonus awards

· Paid for healthcare cashplan policy

· Generous employer pension contributions

· Use of swimming pool, gym and free parking

· Uniform provided.

To apply, please submit a CV & covering letter which details your relevant experience in support of your application to hr@thepolicetreatmentcentres.org. Closing date Friday 21 November 2025. Applicants who do not hear from us by Friday 28 November 2025 will not have been shortlisted on this occasion.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Pay: £10.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
Life insurance
On-site gym
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

The Police Treatment Centres

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