Culinary Apprentice Program

Are you a newly qualified culinary professional with the passion, discipline and creativity to build a successful career in a luxury kitchen?

The Hemingways Culinary Apprentice Program is a remunerated 2-year program running from January 2027 to December 2029 designed for fresh culinary talent looking for structured practical training, exposure to professional kitchen operations and mentorship from experienced chefs.

Through hands-on learning, guided development and progressive responsibility, the program will prepare high-potential apprentices for future roles.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Be 26 years old and below
• Graduates with a 3.0 GPA or Second-class Upper degree in
• Culinary Arts, Food Production or a related field
• Aspiring chefs with 2 years professional experience and a strong desire to learn
• Individuals who are passionate about food, presentation and guest satisfaction
• Team players who can remain organized and focused in a fast-paced kitchen
• Candidates with basic knowledge of food hygiene, kitchen safety and culinary techniques
• Creative, disciplined and self-driven individuals with strong attention to detail
• Candidates who are flexible and available to work operational shifts

What You Will Gain

• Practical experience across different kitchen sections and culinary disciplines
• Coaching and mentorship from experienced chefs
• Exposure to luxury hospitality standards and professional kitchen systems
• Development in food preparation, presentation, quality control, kitchen organization, food safety and cost awareness
• Continuous feedback and structured culinary skills assessments
• A focused development pathway based on performance, competence and available opportunities
• Competitive remuneration as you learn