Come under our Umbrella

As an award-winning training provider, we partner with the best places to work in hospitality with clients such as The Goring, CH&CO,

The Rosewood and Home Grown Hotels chose us as their preferred training provider. 

Umbrella Training is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

All Appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Criminal DBS check.

Please take a look at our available positions below and #ComeUnderOurUmbrella.

Our dynamic team at Umbrella Training, a leading award-winning training provider specialises in hospitality apprenticeships.

Renowned for our outstanding training, we partner with ‘Best Places to Work’ in some of the most prestigious names in the industry, including renowned 5-star luxury hotels such as Mandarin Oriental, The Dorchester Collection and The Savoy. At Umbrella Training, we're committed to creating outstanding learner experiences that drive success for both our business partners and apprentices.

With a client base firmly rooted in the hospitality industry, our mission is to empower apprentices to surpass their potential and thrive in their careers.

You will join our team of 'Purple People', a team of Education and Hospitality professionals on a mission to make Apprenticeships delivered to Hospitality Outstanding! Umbrella has a dedicated and amazing team to ensure learners are at the heart of what we do, and we work as a team towards this, whilst having some fun along the way!

Explore our roles

  • Are you passionate about mentoring the next generation of talent?

    At Umbrella Training, we’re on the hunt for a dedicated and experienced Skills Coach to join our vibrant team. If you thrive on delivering exceptional teaching, learning, and development opportunities, we’d love to hear from you!


    About the Role

    As a Skills Coach, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping learner journeys, working closely with both learners and employers to ensure skill development aligns with career aspirations and business needs. You will:

    • Deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessments.

    • Support learners to develop English and Maths skills, including Functional Skills.

    • Collaborate with employers to ensure training programmes meet workforce development strategies.

    • Monitor learner progress, driving timely completion of apprenticeship standards.

    • Champion curriculum excellence within your specialist area and share best practices.

    What We’re Looking For

    Essential:

    • Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths (GCSE or equivalent).

    • Proven experience within the Hospitality industry

    • Exceptional planning, organizational, and communication skills.

    • Experience in teaching, mentoring, training, or coaching.

    Desirable:

    • Industry qualifications at Level 3 or above.

    • Teaching/training qualifications (e.g., Level 4 Teaching Certificate, PGCE, TAQA, or CAVA).

    • Experience delivering online or workplace training.

    Why Join Us?

    • Be part of a supportive team that values growth and collaboration.

    • Access continuous professional development opportunities.

    • Work with a diverse range of clients and learners.

    • Make a tangible impact on individual careers and business success.

    Email to apply: kayte.winter@umbrellatraining.co.uk

  • Are you a Culinary Trainer? Or an Industry Chef looking to share your experience?

    We are experiencing exciting growth in this area of apprenticeship delivery at Umbrella, so we are seeking a Culinary Skills Coach to join our team of Industry Experts and work with our amazing client base across the UK.

    Umbrella Training is an award-winning Hospitality and Culinary training provider, established over a decade ago. We have cornered the luxury hotel market in London, with clients such as the Savoy, Dorchester, The Rosewood and CH&CO, among many others, choosing us as their preferred training provider.

    Apprenticeships provide a meaningful learning experience which is at the core of what we do -we are a small team but with a big love for hospitality.

    Job Title: Culinary Skills Coach (Trainer/Assessor)

    Hybrid: Home based – with travel

    T&Cs: Monday - Friday, Full Time, Competitive Salary, Benefits & Expense Package

    The post holder will support learners on the following apprenticeships: Commis Chef, Production Chef, Chef de Partie, Senior Culinary Chef and Senior Production Chef.

    Further Summary of Role

    • To deliver outstanding teaching, learning and assessment within the agreed sector specialist areas; working towards timely achievement of the relevant apprenticeship standard

    • Work in partnership to ensure that planning and delivery of programmes is tailored to support the growth and development of our learners, and the clients needs.

    • To have a passion for Culinary and share your knowledge with apprentices.

    • To be the designated person for your learners during their apprenticeship journey with Umbrella Training.

    • You will be supported to ensure you can deliver training to all learners, including being able to teach in a way that accounts for reasonable adjustments and provides appropriate support for special educational needs and disabilities.

    • To adhere to Prevent, Values and Safeguarding areas, training can be provided.

    • Support the demands of the department and business as needed including continuous improvement activity and curriculum developments

    Qualifications and experience:

    Essential

    • Culinary/Catering experience in Hotels, Restaurants or Production environment

    • Experience within FE or Apprenticeships

    • Evidence of discipline with/and meeting strict deadlines and targets

    • Working with a diverse client base and having a professional approach at all levels

    • Excellent planning and organisational skills

    • Ability to work and adapt within a changing environment

    Desirable

    • Teaching/training qualification and suitable occupational/industry qualification (or willingness to work towards)

    • PGCE, TAQA, CAVA qualification or equivalent CTTLs

    Benefits

    • Competitive Salary

    • Team Events

    • Hybrid and Flexible Working

    • Health & Wellness Benefits

    • Pension Contributions

    • Home Working Equipment Allowance

    • Holiday Increases

    • Long Service Payments

    • Employee Reward Programmes

    Umbrella Training is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All Appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Criminal Records Bureau disclosure.

    Please contact Kayte.winter@umbrellatraining.co.uk for further information and apply today

Why work for Umbrella Training?

Working at Umbrella Training is more than just having a job.

We are firm believers in learning for life. This applies to all our apprentices as well as our staff, who we encourage and support in their own personal development.

Collaboration is a huge goal for us. Whether that is between our teams or between our industry, working for Umbrella will give you a fantastic opportunity to expand your hospitality horizons.

As a company, we support our team’s physical and mental well-being through a range of support packages, team activities and other benefits all overseen by Prince (our very own Director of biscuits and belly rubs!)

Think you’d fit right in? Submit your application and come under our umbrella today! ☂️

Have a question? We’d love to hear from you!