Chef Apprentice – Goodwood Estate – Chichester
Launch your Chef career at Goodwood Applications now open for Summer 2026 – Goodwood Culinary Academy?
Learn from the best. Cook with the best. Become one of the best.? ? Led by our Executive Chef, Mike Watts, and his inspiring team, you’ll join an exclusive 12-18 month journey through every flavour of the Goodwood Estate – earning industry-recognised qualifications and real-world experience along the way.
We are open to applications from any level; direct from school, wishing to complete a Level 2 (Commis Chef) or a College leaver wishing to progress through Level 3 (Chef De Partie) and you’ll obtain priceless and diverse Kitchen experience to help maximise your future career aspirations.
What You’ll Get:
- A nationally-recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification
- Hands-on training with real impact
- Experience in multiple kitchens, from fine dining to farm-to-table
- Attendance at internal and external masterclasses
- Free chef starter kit (yes – knives, uniform and all the gear)?
- Free staff meals when on shift
- Free tickets to iconic events like Festival of Speed, Revival and horseracing
- Healthcare cash plan, gym membership and wellness programme
- A competitive salary – because your time is valuable
What You’ll Do:
- Work side-by-side with pro chefs and mentors
- Cook with top-tier ingredients from our organic Home Farm
- Get stuck into everything from our organic farm, butchery, Art Foundation, dairy processing, cheese making?
- Join a community that’s passionate about food and your future
- Build your skills, confidence and personal brand
We’ll Be a Great Match if You’re:
- Obsessed with food and cooking
- Creative
- Team-spirited with a sense of humour
- Looking for something real, not just another job
Whether you’re leaving school, finishing college, or just looking to do something meaningful – this is where it starts. Culinary careers are built here. To find out more, click here.?…