Job Description

The catering team at Emmanuel College (known as 'Emma') is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Head Pastry Chef. This opportunity may also appeal to a Senior Pastry Chef looking for the next opportunity to advance their career. Boasting a Head Chef who has represented the UK as part of National Culinary Team, Emmanuel is renowned for its excellent food. The catering team provides high quality dining and an efficient and professional standard of service to College members and external clients. Food service ranges from high volume cafeteria-style service to fine dining. Made up of 2 teams of 4 chefs working opposite shift patterns (including split shift working), the team is close-knit and supportive. Workload varies throughout the academic year and during holiday times, when conferences, weddings and special events are hosted. Personal and professional development are a priority, enabling employees to flourish. Participation in various competitive catering events both locally and nationally is encouraged and supported.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of NVQ level 2 or equivalent in Professional Cookery, be able to produce a range of food catering to all levels and be experienced in high quality catering in patisserie. Alongside a professional, flexible and team-oriented approach, a passion for food and cookery and a working knowledge of food law and allergen information is essential. This is a permanent, full-time position working 40 hours per week, including some evening and alternate weekends on a rota basis. Further details can be found within the job description.

Emmanuel is set in extensive, beautiful (yet peaceful) grounds, in central Cambridge. It has a reputation as an inclusive, vibrant, and friendly community. It is home to around 700 students (under and postgraduate), 90 Fellows and 170 college staff and managed, overall, by the Master, Bursar and Senior Tutor. Being employed at Emmanuel means being a part of long-standing College community, steeped in history and prestige.

In return, Emmanuel can offer, amongst other benefits:

generous 25 days annual leave, in addition to bank holidays (including, in catering department, Easter, Summer, and Christmas closures)

excellent contributory pension schemes

discretionary Christmas bonus

free meal when on duty

access to the college gym and swimming pool

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site parking

To download an application pack please visit www.emma.cam.ac.uk/about/jobs .Completed applications should be marked 'Strictly Private & Confidential' and sent via email to HR@emma.cam.ac.uk

Closing date for applications is Friday 27th June at 4 pm with interviews planned for week commencing 7th July 2025.

The College reserves the right to withdraw the advert before the closing date if there is significant interest.

Emmanuel College is an equal opportunities employer. We have a policy of equality of opportunity for all staff. Applications are welcome regardless of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs or age.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 36,196.00-37,290.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 27/06/2025