Age : Unqualified : 16 – 47
REGULAR ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Must attest before 48 th birthday . If you are under 18 years of age , you will need consent from a parent or guardian before you apply however you may commence your application from 15 years and 9 months )
Qualified : 19-47 Must attest before 48 th birthday
Qualifications Unqualified Chef : No formal qualifications are required .
Qualified Chef : At least 12 months of suitable experience working as a chef / cook in a hotel , restaurant , hospital or industrial canteen , or other catering establishment ( not fast food ).
You will also need one of the following :
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Food Preparation and Cooking .
• Apprenticeship in Commis Chef or Production Chef Standards .
• Any other appropriate recognised civilian qualification .
Fitness Further advice and information on RAF Fitness can be found here
Residency
Whether or not you were born in the United Kingdom , you should normally have resided there for the 5 years immediately preceding your application , but candidates with a minimum of 3 years may be considered .
If you have resided abroad for a period within this timeframe , dependant on the circumstances you may still be eligible on a case by case basis .
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