How much does a hospitality apprentice get paid?

FAQ
Written By Zak Bentaleb CHA - Director of Careers and Talent

As of 2023, a hospitality apprentice will get paid £5.28 per hour if they are under 19, or are in the first year of their apprenticeship. Otherwise, you will get at least minimum wage and work an average of 37 hours a week - including time spent learning!

Minimum wage as of 2023:

19-20: £7.49

21-22: £10.18

23+: £10.42


You’ll often find apprenticeships advertised with an annual wage such as £18,000 a year. As you would expect, your salary would most likely increase depending on your apprentice level. In 2021 the average pay for a Level 2 apprentice was £8.23 and £15.11 for a Level 6.

If you'd like like to learn more about apprenticeships give us a call on 0333 577 2557 or email us at info@umbrellatraining.co.uk.

Zak Bentaleb CHA - Director of Careers and Talent

Zak is currently Umbrella Training’s Careers and Talent Director.

He has worked at Umbrella Training and the hospitality sector for 10 years, starting as an admin and growing within the company to a Director. Zak specialises in helping people across the UK to find a new career or career change with Umbrella Employ.

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