Hospitality Degree Apprentice

Location: National role
Salary: £7.55 per hour, rising after first year
Contract Type: Full Time

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About the role

Join Our Hospitality Apprentice Programme – Earn While You Learn!

Are you passionate about hospitality and ready to take the next step in your career?

We’re offering an exciting 3-year Hospitality Apprentice Programme where you’ll gain real-world experience in a dynamic industry while working towards a BA (Hons) Degree in Applied Leadership and Management, tailored specifically to the hospitality sector.

What You’ll Get:

A fully funded degree – no tuition fees!
Hands-on experience in a leading hospitality business
Structured development and mentoring throughout your apprenticeship
A permanent role with career progression opportunities
A chance to earn while you learn, gaining skills employers value

Entry Requirements:

To apply, you’ll need to have achieved or be predicted this year:

112 UCAS points, which is equivalent to 3 A Levels (grade C or above) OR
A recognised Level 3 Qualification

You’ll also need…

Experience in a customer facing role to set you up for success from the start

Application Process:

Fill out our short application form
Quick telephone screening with the Recruitment team
Group assessment in one of our bowling centres (yes, you will get to bowl!)
Centre experience in the centre you would be based in
Secure a place on the programme and get ready for your journey to begin!

Whether you're finishing school or already working in hospitality and looking to develop your leadership potential, this is your opportunity to combine academic learning with practical experience.

Ready to Launch Your Hospitality Career?

Apply now and start your journey towards a degree and a rewarding career in one of the world’s most vibrant industries.

Location: various across the country

Start Date: October 2025

The Who...

Hollywood Bowl Group has a passion for bringing families and friends together for affordable fun and healthy competition.

Following our listing on the main stock market in 2016 we became Hollywood Bowl Group, seeking out the perfect locations for our bowling and golf centres nationwide. We formed our customer proposition, built on real feedback, and went from strength to strength with our in-centre game technology and online scoring systems.

Now with 75 centres across the UK and 15 centres in Canada, operating under the Hollywood Bowl, Putt & Play and Splitsville brands, we’re proud to be ambitious market leaders in experiential family entertainment.

We continue to expand our estate and look for profitable opportunities to grow, with an average of three new sites opening each year.

At Hollywood Bowl Group, we value diversity and inclusion, and we’re committed to creating a working environment that promotes equal opportunities. Individual differences and the contributions of all employees are recognised and valued and we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company.

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One Big Family

"All days are different. I enjoy seeing customers walk through the door and create magical memories with their friends and family."

Emma Centre Manager Glasgow

One Big Family

"It's fun for the Team Members, fun for our managers and fun for our customers. Join us and have a good time along the way!"

Javan Deputy Manager Peterborough

Structure & Progression

Team Member

Our Team Members are always at the centre of each customer’s journey. From welcoming customers at reception to getting the parties started on the lanes, our Team Member bring the smiles and enthusiasm to keep every experience running smoothly for everyone who enters our doors. If you love making people’s days and are full of infectious energy, these roles could be perfect for you.

Assistant Manager

As an Assistant Manager with us, you’ll be the support system within our fast-paced, dynamic world. With varied responsibilities ranging from coaching and mentoring to running front-of-house and supporting back-of-house. No day is the same and you will always have opportunities to train and progress. All while ensuring your centre is a safe and fun environment for our customers.

Deputy Manager

As a Deputy Manager, you’ll work closely with the Centre Manager to deliver financial targets and service standards. Across the bar, diner, and amusements, you’ll inspire the team to provide outstanding service for our customers and empower them to perform at the best of their ability. If you love being hands-on in an exciting environment where you can progress, this role could be perfect for you.

General Manager

If you enjoy leading a great team of people with the freedom to make a real impact, our General Manager roles offer just that. Driving the financial and commercial performance of one of our busy centres, you’ll share in our success as you coach, motivate, and inspire your team to deliver outstanding service that keeps our customers coming back for more.

Regional Manager

Our Regional Managers provide outstanding leadership and operational support to Centre Managers and their teams. You will be the primary contact for your centres as a Regional Manager, assessing and responding to the support needs of our team of over 300 enthusiastic Team Members. Through coaching and development plans, you’ll ensure Managers have the knowledge and confidence to develop, whilst constantly progressing yourself.

The Application Process

Send us your Application

Apply with your full CV and complete our online questionnaire for your application to be reviewed by our team.
Join us for a First Interview or Group Event

If successful, you’ll be invited to either an interview or group event depending on the role you’re applying for. Here, we’ll find out more about you and your key skills.
Your Centre Visit

After stage two, you’ll have the chance to shadow a member of our team in a centre visit and get a true sense of what it’s like to work with us.
Receive an Offer and Contract

If we like what we see, you’ll have an offer and contract from us soon after your trial shift. The rest is up to you to accept the offer, start your induction, and eventually join our team.