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Apprentice Chef

Fynn Valley Terrace · Ipswich · posted 25 June 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Production chef (level 2)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
17 August 2026
Positions
1

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Working in the kitchen at Fynn Valley Terrace, you will be guided directly by the Head Chef, as part of the kitchen team preparing a wide variety of dishes from cafe breakfasts and golf match meals to a la carte style wedding breakfasts and large events for up to 200 guests.

  • Learn the basics in food preparation
  • Catering for golf club and cafe meals as well as large functions for up to 200 people
  • Assisting in the preparation of cafe breakfast and lunches before moving on to events
  • Undertake Food Safety and Hygiene Qualifications
  • Learn how to use a wide variety of kitchen catering equipment
  • Initially preparing vegetables and baked goods, alongside making desserts from scratch, you will progress as your skill levels expand

You will be encouraged to be creative to be creative to support menu planning with new ideas.

Your training

  • Production Chef Standard
  • English and maths (if required) Level 2

Where it leads

As the business is expanded, with plans ongoing for an additional dining area and kitchen, there is a genuine opportunity for ongoing employment with progression for the right candidate.

About Fynn Valley Terrace

Fynn Valley is a Golf Club and hospitality venue with holiday lodges and a caravan site which is a 5-minute drive to the north of Ipswich.
 
As well as providing cafe breakfast and lunch for golfers and visitors, the Terrace venue is popular for events such as weddings, conferences and parties for up to 200 people.

Things to consider

  • Own transport an advantage due to location

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsPresentation skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativePatiencePhysical fitnessPunctualGood under pressureOpen to learning new skills

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English or Equivalent (grade Grade A-C or 9-4) — desired
  • GCSE Maths or Equivalent (grade Grade A-C or 9-4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Fynn Valley Golf Club, Witnesham, Ipswich, IP6 9JA

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