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 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,
by
Laura Kelly
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Career DevelopmentContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/19/2026
Summary
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
by
Laura Kelly
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Career AdviceContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/19/2026
Summary
At Toby Carvery, we’re the Home of the Roast, where every day is a Sunday. Guests might come for the perfectly ruffled potatoes, giant Yorkies and all the trimmings, but it’s our people who help
by
Laura Kelly
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Our CultureContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/04/2026
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What does a long-term hospitality career really look like? For Amanda Etherington, better known as Dula, it's meant 30 years of learning, leading and growing with M&B. Starting as a waitress in 1
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Laura Kelly
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Our CultureContent Type
BlogPublish date
07/22/2026
Summary
Not sure whether a front of house or back of house role is right for you? Discover the differences, explore hospitality careers at M&B and find the role that matches your skills and personality.
by
Emily Seagrave
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Our CultureContent Type
BlogPublish date
07/21/2026
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Thinking about becoming a Kitchen Team Leader? Discover what the role involves, the skills you'll use every day, career progression opportunities and why a Kitchen Team Leader role at M&B could b
by
Rebecca Houseago
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Career AdviceContent Type
BlogPublish date
07/13/2026
Summary
Are you nervous about what comes after school? Finishing school is a huge milestone. It's exciting, but it's completely normal to feel nervous about what comes next. As you step into the adult wo
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Career DevelopmentContent Type
BlogPublish date
07/02/2026
Summary
What is a pub manager? A pub manager at M&B (also known as a general manager) is the person who keeps the whole pub moving. They’re on the floor when it’s busy, checking in with the team, helpi
by
Sophie Dawson
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Our BrandsContent Type
BlogPublish date
06/30/2026
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At Toby Carvery, we opened our first restaurant back in 1985, and we've spent 40 years perfecting the craft of the iconic British roast dinner - that’s why Toby is the Home of the Roast. When gu
by
Laura Kelly
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Career DevelopmentContent Type
BlogPublish date
06/25/2026
Summary
Ever wondered where a career in hospitality could take you? For Jason, it started as a Kitchen Assistant role in a busy pub kitchen. Fast forward nearly 20 years, and he’s now helping launch new
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Daria Dysarz