Chef Apprenticeships

Northcote Chef Apprenticeships

Chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen is renowned for her fantastic training culture and is incredibly passionate about developing talent that will help create a path for successful careers. Having risen through the ranks at Northcote, taking over the reins at the tender age of just 23, Lisa really is an inspiration to those wanting to make an impact in the hospitality industry. When she was awarded The 2022 CATEY Chef of the Year award on 5^th July, the judges described her as “an incredibly hardworking individual who embraces, showcases and develops young talent; a great, inspiring role model and shining light.”

Over the two-year programme, apprentices will have the opportunity to gain paid work experience, earning a minimum of £7 per hour, which is a 45% increase on the Government’s recommended national average of £4.81 and will receive the same benefits as Northcote employees.

After successfully completing the apprenticeship, all students will be offered a permanent contract as a Northcote chef and the scheme will continue to invest in their development, offering future promotional opportunities. Successful apprentices will receive a level 2 or 3 qualification in Professional Cookery.

Offering flexibility for its employees, Northcote’s apprentices work a 40-hour week, set times, 9.00am – 5.00pm, 5 days a week,  as well as a number of benefits including;

• Up to 50% staff discount on food and beverage throughout the Stafford Collection

• Discounts with Pride of Britain hotels

• Staff accommodation if required

• Up to £3,000 bonus paid bi-monthly

• Reward Gateway membership

Support in entering top industry competitions Apprentices join a talented brigade including some fantastic Northcote success stories…