Level 3 Apprenticeships
Engineering Technician · Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer · HR Support · Information Communications Technician · Assistant Accountant · Customer Service Specialist · Food Technologist
Level 6 Apprenticeships
Packaging Professional (Integrated Degree) · Food Industry Technical Professional (Integrated Degree) · Environmental Practitioner (Degree) · Laboratory Scientist (Degree)
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Minimum Entry Requirements:
The right to work in the UK
Apprenticeships may have specific entry requirements, check on the ad
Meet our apprentices
Ruby Jenkinson (Product Technologist Apprentice)
“The best part of my time at Premier Foods? Seeing my project go from concept to shelf—being part of something real is amazing! My tip for new apprentices: grab every opportunity. Visit sites, learn different roles, attend courses, ask questions, and explore the business—there’s loads of support!”
Jago Lundy (Pilot Plant & Process Technologist)
"Premier Foods has given me real responsibility and diverse training, boosting my confidence and skills. Good planning made balancing work and study easy. My advice: say yes to every opportunity and embrace mistakes—they’re the best way to learn"
Frequently asked questions
How long are the programmes?
They vary in length from 15 months to five years depending on the level and apprenticeship standard/ qualification.
What benefits to expect as an Apprentice?
Starting salary of £23,809 with incremental pay increases annually on successful completion of studies and performance in role
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Pension scheme and life assurance
Sharesave Scheme
The Hamper colleague discount scheme
Line manager and mentor support throughout the programme
Support to attain Level 2 Functional Skills certificates in Maths and English if not already achieved
Telus Employee Assistance Programme
Apprentice network and Boost soft skills development as a cohort
