Modern Apprenticeships might be right for you if you prefer to learn from hands-on experience, and would prefer part time rather than full time study. Being able to earn while you learn is another plus point.
The Modern Apprenticeship in Chef is available at:
This is aimed at supporting entry-level employees in professional kitchens and associated premises. This includes restaurants, cafés, food trucks, pubs, bars and hotels.
Anyone living in Scotland who is over school leaving age can apply. Sometimes employers set an upper age limit, as the Scottish Government doesn’t always fund training for those aged over 24.
You would check this with individual employers.
There are no formal entry requirements.
You will achieve the relevant Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ), Diploma or other competency based qualification. In addition, you work towards core skills and complete industry specific training.
This apprenticeship will take 12 months to complete.
A career in hospitality or a higher level apprenticeships such as Hospitality (Supervision and Leadership) at SCQF Level 7 or Hospitality Management Skills Technical Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 8.
Click on the related Career Area/s below to see the job profiles.
To search for vacancies and to apply, go to www.apprenticeships.scot.
