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<strong>YOUR FUTURE STARTS AT ASK ITALIAN</strong>
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<p style="font-size:20px; color:#034337; text-align:center;">An apprenticeship with ASK Italian could be your first step toward becoming a future leader.</p>
<p style="font-size:20px; color:#034337; text-align:center;">Whether you join us as a Chef or a Team Member, our apprenticeships are designed to help you build confidence, develop professional skills, and progress into management roles.</p>
<p style="font-size:20px; color:#034337; text-align:center;">In fact, our CEO started out as a Team Member — where could your journey take you?</p>
<p style="font-size:20px; color:#034337; text-align:center;">At ASK Italian, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to be an inclusive and diverse team where everyone’s unique background, personality and experience is valued.</p>

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<p style="color: #FFFDEE; text-transform: none;height:60%;">A fast-paced kitchen apprenticeship for starters. You’ll build core skills, confidence and teamwork in a real restaurant kitchen, progressing to Chef de Partie level.</p>
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<p style="color: #FFFDEE; text-transform: none;height:60%;">Take the next step into leadership. Develop advanced culinary skills and confidence running kitchen sections, with a clear pathway toward Sous Chef..</p>
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<p style="color: #FFFDEE; text-transform: none;height:20%;">A Front of House leadership pathway turning Team Members into confident leaders. Progress toward Assistant Manager while learning to lead teams and deliver great guest experiences.</p>
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Apprenticeships

ASK Italian Bluewater

<p><strong>Role: Chef / Commis Chef / Chef de Partie / Pizza Chef / Immediate Start</strong></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Pay: Up to £14.65 per hour, after successful training, including benefits.</strong></p><p><strong>Hourly Rate breakdown: </strong></p><p><strong>Starting at £12.71 per hour, plus £1.50 per hour tronc average. </strong></p><p><br /></p><p>At ASK Italian, our people are the heart of our restaurants. ASK Factor is our philosophy, who we are, and showcases our inclusive and full-hearted personality. We’re a diverse group of individuals, brought together by our shared passion for delivering excellent food and service.</p><p>We support everyone in their own journey, and value each person’s unique background and experience to create our incredible ASK Italian teams!</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>We live and breathe the ASK Factor and use its core values to guide everything we do: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Heartfelt:</strong> We love what we do and believe in what we say.</li><li><strong>Respectful:</strong> We care about how we make people feel and our impact on the world around us.</li><li><strong>Generous:</strong> We’ll go that extra mile to make a difference.</li><li><strong>Spirited:</strong> We’re determined, always moving forward to be the best we can be.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>As a Chef at ASK Italian, you&#39;ll receive:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Comprehensive Training:</strong> Full training and career development opportunities available through our award-winning Journey programme.</li><li><strong>Generous Discounts:</strong> 50% off at ASK Italian and Zizzi restaurants, including drinks.</li><li><strong>Free Meals:</strong> Enjoy complimentary meals on shift, with access to a discounted menu.</li><li><strong>Inclusive Dress Code Policy:</strong> Part dress code provided, including shoes.</li><li><strong>Paid Holidays:</strong> 28 days paid holiday, pro-rata.</li><li><strong>Pension Contributions</strong></li><li><strong>Christmas Day Off:</strong> Our restaurants are closed, giving you the freedom to celebrate as you choose.</li><li><strong>Employee Hub:</strong> Access to our online platform where you can manage your schedule, request holidays, and access various benefits, including:</li><li>Early wage access through Stream</li><li>Well-being and GP support for you and your family</li><li>Discounts on lifestyle brands, including gyms, cinemas, and travel</li><li><strong>Community Volunteering: </strong>1 paid day per year to volunteer in your local food bank.</li><li><strong>A Welcoming Team Environment:</strong> Be part of a team that values collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual respect. Create memorable experiences and make friends for life.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>What We Ask of You: As an ASK Italian Chef, we value:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Passion:</strong> A love for people, diverse cultures, food, and all things Italian.</li><li><strong>Hospitality:</strong> A welcoming attitude, making every customer feel at home.</li><li><strong>Teamwork:</strong> The ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, with attention to detail and a commitment to excellent service and standards.</li><li><strong>Behaviour: </strong>Every team member is encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, demonstrating empathy, respect, and a dedication to delivering exceptional food and service to all customers.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Join Us: At ASK Italian</strong>, we embrace diversity and inclusivity wholeheartedly. We invite individuals from all backgrounds to join our vibrant team and play a role in our shared achievements. If you&#39;re ready to thrive in a dynamic and supportive workplace, we’d love to welcome you aboard!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>

YOUR FUTURE STARTS AT ASK ITALIAN

LEVEL 2 – PRODUCTION CHEF

LEVEL 3 – SENIOR PRODUCTION CHEF

LEVEL 3 – HOSPITALITY SUPERVISOR

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