This is a great opportunity for an aspiring chef to join a busy brigade in a prime venue in West Sussex. As an Apprentice Commis Chef at Mannings Heath Golf Club, you will have the opportunity to work alongside our experienced chefs while working towards your Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship.
This role is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the culinary industry and learn the art of creating delicious and beautifully presented dishes.
What you will learn
- Fundamental cooking techniques and kitchen operations
- Safe food handling and hygiene best practice
- Menu planning and ingredient selection
- Efficient kitchen organisation and time management
- How to work in a fast paced, customer focused environment
- Plating and presentation skills
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and cooking of various dishes under the supervision of senior chefs
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen
- Help with stock control and inventory management
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
- Working collaboratively with the kitchen team during busy service periods
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences for our guests
Who you will be
- Someone who has a passion for cooking and a strong desire to pursue a career in the culinary arts
- Someone with the willingness to learn and take direction from experienced chefs
- Someone with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude
- Someone with the ability to work well in a team environment
- Someone with basic understanding of food hygiene and safety practices
- Someone who can work at speed, under pressure whilst keeping a high standard
- Someone who has already achieved NVQ2-BTEc level 1 hospitality and Catering (preferable)
Key Skills
- Passionate about food
- Team Player
- Motivated
- Hard-working
- Attention to detail
- Personable, polite
- Punctual
- Resilience
- Positive, can-do attitude
- Pro-active
- Smart
- Cleanliness
- Willingness to learn
- Versatility
- Excellent communication
Working Week: 40 hour working week (after breaks), hours will vary some evening and weekend shifts being required Wednesday to Sunday, normally an 8-hour shift 8-16h30 | 12- 20h30pm |12h30-21h00
Salary: £ 16,640 per annum in line with the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage. Please see below for further information.
Qualifications: GCSE maths and English grade 2 required
Future Prospects: There is the opportunity for progression within the organisation if they possess and display the required skills and qualities for the roles in question.
About the employer: Mannings Heath Golf Club is a destination that perfectly blends luxury, relaxation, and adventure. Nestled in the heart of the Sussex countryside, the estate boasts two beautiful golf courses that offer breathtaking views of the rolling hills and tree-lined fairways. Furthermore, wine lovers can indulge in vineyard tours or enjoy tasting award-winning wine from our sister estate Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate in South Africa. The prestigious venue is renowned for its exceptional culinary offerings. Our team provides an outstanding dining experience for our guests, whether they are enjoying a meal after a round of golf or celebrating a special event.
For further information please visit https://www.manningsheath.com/
What you need to know
- This role is based on site at Mannings Heath Golf Club, so it is important to have transport arrangements in place.
- The role will start on successful recruitment, and the apprenticeship course will begin in October 2026.
- 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 Chichester College may be undertaken remotely or onsite with some classroom attendance.
- Great benefits include staff meals, staff discount at the facility including for wine products. Discounts for golfing and an ability to be involved in other venues in the group. Free teas and coffees.
Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (ANMW): The National Minimum Wage for Apprentices is £8.00 per hour (As of the 1st April 2026). 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.
Pay: £16,640.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Horsham RH13 6PB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- - Why are you interested in applying for this apprenticeship role?
- - Why do you think you would be good at this job?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Location:
- Horsham RH13 6PB (preferred)
Work Location: In person
