Opportunity | Details

Organisation: Crackers & Brie

Type: Work & Jobs, Training & Experience

Sector: Hospitality

Region(s): North West

Ref:

CRACKERBR1

Early Careers & Trainee Development Opportunities

Summary: Start your career with paid opportunities in catering, events and digital marketing. No experience required.

Further Details:

Locations: Manchester and Cheshire, with travel across the North West for events

ABOUT CRACKERS & BRIE

Crackers & Brie is a luxury grazing and catering company based in the North West, specialising in beautifully curated grazing tables, grazing carts, corporate catering, brunch spreads, artisan platters, and bespoke event experiences.

We are passionate about creating memorable moments through exceptional food, elevated presentation and outstanding service. From intimate celebrations to large-scale weddings and corporate events, every detail is carefully considered to deliver a premium experience.

As our business continues to grow, we are committed to creating accessible entry routes into hospitality, events, food production and marketing for young people at the beginning of their careers.

OUR COMMITMENT

Crackers & Brie is committed to providing supportive employment and training opportunities for young people, including care leavers and individuals with little or no previous work experience.

We are particularly looking for individuals who are:

Reliable and punctual
Enthusiastic and willing to learn
Positive and team-focused
Interested in food, hospitality, events or creative media

We believe in developing people through hands-on experience, structured support and progression into long-term employment, training or apprenticeship pathways where appropriate.

ABOUT THESE OPPORTUNITIES

These roles are designed as entry-level trainee and apprentice-style positions, offering real work experience within a growing luxury food and events business.

No previous experience is required. Full training will be provided.

Opportunities are available across three pathways:

Kitchen Assistant Apprentice / Trainee

Hours: 16–30 hours per week

Schedule: Early morning starts may be required during busy periods

Pay: Starting from £12.21 per hour

You will:

Support the preparation of grazing boxes, platters and catering orders
Assist with food prep and kitchen organisation
Help manage stock and maintain high presentation standards
Work towards a relevant catering or hospitality qualification (where applicable)

Marketing & Social Media Apprentice / Trainee

Hours: 10–20 hours per week

Working pattern: Flexible and hybrid working available

Pay: Starting from £12.21 per hour

You will:

Support content creation, photography, and videography
Assist with social media management and scheduling
Help promote events, products and brand storytelling
Work towards a Digital Marketing apprenticeship qualification (where applicable)

Event & Grazing Cart Host Apprentice / Trainee

Hours: Flexible (based on event bookings)

Schedule: Evenings, weekends, and seasonal peak periods

Pay: Starting from £12.21 per hour

You will:

Support setup and delivery of events and grazing displays
Host and operate grazing cart experiences
Engage with guests and provide excellent customer service
Maintain presentation and service standards during events

WHAT WE OFFER

Full training and on-the-job learning
Supportive working environment
Opportunities for progression within the business
Experience across hospitality, events and marketing
Potential access to apprenticeship pathways
Development of transferable employability skills

PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES

This programme is designed as a stepping stone into long-term employment.

Participants may progress into:

Apprenticeships in hospitality, catering, or digital marketing
Permanent roles within Crackers & Brie
Further education or external training programmes
Event management, hospitality, or creative industry roles

Progression is not guaranteed and depends on performance, availability and individual development.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Reliability and professionalism
Strong attention to detail
Interest in food, hospitality, events or marketing
Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and busy periods

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY EXISTS

This programme has been created to open doors for young people who may not otherwise have access to traditional employment routes.

We aim to build confidence, develop practical skills, and provide meaningful experience that supports long-term career progression in hospitality, catering, events, and creative industries.