Hospitality and Catering Apprenticeship
SODEXO LIMITED
Sevenoaks (TN13 1HU)
Closes in 29 days (Friday 4 December 2026)
Posted on 4 November 2026
Contents
Summary
Foundation apprenticeships are introductory courses that help young people get started in an industry. You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply.
Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.
If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:
- have an EHC plan
- are in care or have been in care
- are in prison or have been in prison
Finished school or college? Want to earn, learn and find out where Catering and hospitality could take you?
This is a paid job with proper training built in. You’ll join Sodexo in a real Catering setting, build confidence at work and get hands-on experience across food, service and customer-facing tasks.
- Wage
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£14,144 to £22,471.28, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
- Training course
- Catering and hospitality foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
- Hours
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5 out of 7 days per week, fully flexible shifts.
34 hours a week
- Start date
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Saturday 2 January 2027
- Duration
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8 months
- Positions available
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2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Through the Level 2 Catering and Hospitality Foundation Apprenticeship, you’ll spend 8 months learning the basics of how great Catering and hospitality works - from preparing food safely and supporting busy service, to working with customers, communicating as part of a team and understanding what good looks like in the workplace.
Sodexo is looking for motivated apprentices to join our team at Sodexo. You don’t need to have it all figured out yet - this programme is designed to help you try different areas, learn what you enjoy and take your first step into work.
What you’ll actually do day to day
You’ll get hands-on experience across both kitchen and customer-facing areas, helping you understand how a busy hospitality team works.
Back of house tasks may include:
- Preparing simple food items such as sandwiches, salads, breakfast items or snacks
- Washing, chopping, weighing and portioning ingredients
- Supporting chefs with basic food preparation and service set-up
- Keeping kitchen areas clean, safe and organised
- Helping with stock rotation, labelling, food temperatures and allergen processes
Front of house tasks may include:
- Welcoming customers and helping create a friendly service experience
- Serving food and drinks at counters, cafés, restaurants or hospitality areas
- Replenishing displays, fridges, cutlery and service areas
- Taking simple orders or using a till once trained
- Keeping customer areas clean,tidyand ready for service
You won’t be expected to know everything straight away — your manager, team and trainer will support you as you learn.
Where you'll work
High Street
Sevenoaks
TN13 1HU
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
THE OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER LTD
Training course
Catering and hospitality foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
Training schedule
Most of your learning will happen on site as part of your normal working week. You’ll be learning by doing, with support from your manager, workplace team and apprenticeship trainer.
More training information
- You’ll build skills through real tasks during your shifts, such as food preparation, service, customer care, hygiene and teamwork
- Your apprenticeship trainer will visit you on site to support your progress, review your learning and help you prepare for assessments
- Your manager and team will help you put what you’re learning into practice every day
- You’ll also have planned time during your working hours to complete apprenticeship learning, activities and evidence
Requirements
You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply for a foundation apprenticeship.
About this employer
We’re one of the UK’s leading hospitality and facilities management providers, delivering services in places like schools, hospitals, defence sites, corporate offices and more. At Sodexo, you’ll be part of a team that values learning, inclusion and helping people grow their careers from the very start.
http://sodexo.co.uk (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- “Perks at Work” platform-discounts on cinema, restaurants, retail and more
- Free meals on duty (site dependent)
- Uniform and personal protective equipment provided
- Holiday allowance + bank holidays
- Wellbeing and mental health support
- Be part of a diverse, supportive team where your career really matters
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Apprentices will be invited to apply for open positions in the company on achievement of the apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THE OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER LTD
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000062688.
Apply now
Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.
If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:
- have an EHC plan
- are in care or have been in care
- are in prison or have been in prison
Closes in 29 days (Friday 4 December 2026)
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.