Christ's College is seeking to appoint a Commis Chef to join the Catering Team.
The College provides a comprehensive catering service to its Fellows, Students, Alumni and Staff as well as conference and B&B guests. This role involves preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to the highest standard and taking an active role maintaining food hygiene and safety in the kitchen at all times and particularly in relation to food allergens and intolerances.
The benefits on offer are many and include 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), a defined contribution pension scheme with 6% (minimum) employer contribution, a health care cash plan funded by the College (allowing you to claim money for routine medical treatments including dental and optical), a free meal when on duty, and the opportunity to work in a beautiful environment. Facilities on-site include a College gym, multi-faith prayer room, outdoor swimming pool and limited parking. For details about the benefits offered, please click here.
Location: St Andrew's Street, Cambridge, CB2 3BU
Salary: Spine Point 28, £27,375 per annum
Closing Date: Noon on Wednesday 26 November 2025
This advert may be closed earlier than the closing date if a large number of applications are received.
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time, average of 36.5 hours per week (shift pattern includes one weekend working in two)
How to Apply
Applications may be sent to jobs@christs.cam.ac.uk or posted for the attention of Thorunn Byrne, Head of HR, Christ's College, St Andrew's Street, Cambridge, CB2 3BU.
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It should be noted that a successful candidate, who does not have an automatic right to work in the United Kingdom, will be subject to the visa requirements of the United Kingdom. The College will give informal advice and assistance but ultimately it will be the responsibility of the candidate to obtain the necessary visa. Please note that the College is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Christ’s College is an equal opportunities employer.