Street Kings Smoke Shack is looking for a passionate and motivated individual to join our team as a production Chef Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced kitchen known for authentic smoked BBQ and Caribbean flavours. You’ll work alongside experienced chefs, learning everything from prepping ingredients and cooking meats low and slow, to plating dishes and maintaining kitchen hygiene.
You’ll gain a solid foundation in classic cooking techniques, food safety, and menu development while contributing to our vibrant, customer-focused environment. If you love food, are eager to learn, and want to kickstart a career in the culinary industry, we want to hear from you!
Desired Qualifications
- No formal qualifications required
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths are desirable but not essential
- A passion for cooking and a willingness to learn is more important than academic qualifications
- Any prior food-related courses or certificates (e.g. Food Hygiene Level 1) are a bonus but not required
Future prospects
Completing your Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship at Street Kings Smoke Shack opens the door to a rewarding career in the culinary industry. With hands-on training and experience in a fast-paced, professional kitchen, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to progress in your role.
Following your apprenticeship, there is potential to grow within the business, taking on more responsibility and moving into roles such as Chef de Partie, where you’d lead a specific section of the kitchen. With time, dedication, and continued learning, you could progress further to become a Sous Chef and eventually a Head Chef.
You’ll also have the opportunity to specialise in areas such as BBQ and smoked meats, gaining a niche skillset that’s highly valued in the hospitality industry. Many chefs go on to work in top restaurants, run their own food businesses, or explore roles in catering and events.
This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation, giving you both the practical skills and industry knowledge to build a long-term career in food.
Desired Skills
- Basic understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety
- Good knife skills or willingness to learn
- Ability to follow instructions and work well in a team
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Good time management and the ability to multitask
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Passion for food and cooking, especially BBQ or street food styles
- Ability to stay calm under pressure in a busy kitchen environment
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: £7.55 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- You need at least a level 2 in Maths and English
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
