Apprenticeships
READY TO kick START your career with a hospitality APPRENTICESHIP?
Whether you've just finished school or are looking to retrain, we have an apprenticeship programme to suit you. No matter which apprenticeship path you choose, you'll finish with a qualification to give you a step up in your career. For us, it isn't just about the certificate! You'll learn and develop new key skills to see you through life. Gain the confidence you need in a safe environment. At M&B, you're one of the family. Read our Apprenticeships blog to hear about real apprentice experiences.
There are many advantages of starting an apprenticeship with M&B. You'll have the chance to gain essential life skills at one of our many famous brands, in a venue local to you. Discover the awesome M&B Benefits and see how an apprenticeship can shape your future.
CHEF APPRENTICESHIP
Turn your love of food into a rewarding career you can be passionate about. Get hands-on kitchen experience and work toward a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification.
BAR & WAITING APPRENTICESHIPS
Bring your personality to the front of the house! Develop essential communication skills, deliver top-notch service, and launch your hospitality career in a quick-paced environment.
Voted No1 apprenticeship provider in 2025
M&B were awarded No1 Top Apprenticeship Provider 2025 by the Department for Education and RateMyApprenticeship.
Got a question about apprenticeships?
Whether it's serving the locals, creating an extra-special birthday celebration meal or just supporting your team through a busy shift, one things is for certain: no two days at Mitchells & Butlers are ever the same!
If the thought of being stuck behind a desk fills you with fear, our apprenticeships would be great for you. It allows you to get hands on, meeting new people every day, learning while you earn and gaining qualifications too. Our best apprentices are up for a challenge, ready for anything and great team players - If this is you, we want to hear from you!
Our latest apprenticeship stories
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Career AdviceContent Type
BlogPublish date
10/07/2026
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Finished university and staring at a job search, wondering what on earth the difference is between a graduate scheme and a graduate job? You’re definitely not the only one. Both can be great way
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Rebecca Houseago
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Our BrandsContent Type
BlogPublish date
10/02/2026
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Love food? Enjoy being part of a team? Got a bit of a sizzle about you? Then a kitchen job at Sizzling Pub & Grill could be right up your street. Our kitchens are where the magic happens, from ge
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Emily Seagrave
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Career AdviceContent Type
BlogPublish date
09/28/2026
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Graduating is exciting. It’s also when you suddenly realise there are approximately a million graduate schemes out there. Marketing? Finance? HR? IT? Something completely different? And then the
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Katie Handy
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Our BrandsContent Type
BlogPublish date
09/28/2026
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When Sarah joined M&B in 2021 as an Assistant Manager, she was looking for an opportunity to grow her career in hospitality. Nearly five years later, she's proudly leading The Five Bells in Ayles
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Laura Kelly
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Our CultureContent Type
BlogPublish date
09/14/2026
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Manchester has a reputation for doing things its own way. Big personalities, brilliant food, legendary nights out and a community spirit that’s hard to beat. It’s also a pretty great place to bui
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Rebecca Houseago
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Career AdviceContent Type
BlogPublish date
09/14/2026
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Think hospitality apprenticeships are just about learning on the job? Think again. Maybe you’ve heard you need loads of experience to get started. Or that apprenticeships are only for school leav
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Laura Kelly
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Career DevelopmentContent Type
BlogPublish date
09/03/2026
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When Caitlin started her photography degree, a career in hospitality wasn’t exactly part of the plan. She was simply looking for a part-time chef job that would fit around her studies. Nearly eig
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Sophie Russell
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Career DevelopmentContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/20/2026
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A lot of people join Harvester looking for a job. Many stay because they discover a career. If you enjoy working as part of a close-knit team, love the buzz of a busy kitchen and want to keep l
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Rachel Hoggard
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Career AdviceContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/19/2026
Summary
Are you the person who keeps everyone smiling when plans change? Do you notice when somebody needs a hand? Maybe you get a real buzz from meeting new people or pulling together as part of a tea
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Laura Kelly
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Career DevelopmentContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/19/2026
Summary
Your first hospitality job might begin as a way to earn some extra money, work around university or find something that fits alongside the rest of your life. With a few shifts under your belt,
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Sue Bayley