The Vacancy

The catering team is seeking to appoint a motivated individual to join the team as Kitchen Porter. The role involves operating the dishwasher and carrying out general cleaning duties in the pot wash area and kitchen with the aim of supporting the Head Chef and Head of Catering to achieve the highest standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the College kitchens. A working knowledge of Health & Safety & Hygiene is an advantage. The ideal candidate will be able to work with minimal supervision and manage time well in an often-busy environment. 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.

Boasting a Head Chef who has represented the UK as part of National Culinary Team, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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.  The catering team is close-knit and supportive, Kitchen Porters play a valuable role in making sure the service of food runs smoothly. Opportunities to train and develop are encouraged. Workload varies through the academic year and during holiday times, when conferences, weddings and special events are hosted.

In return, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] can offer, amongst other benefits:

• 33 days holiday (please note, in catering department fixed Easter, Summer, and Christmas closures)
• excellent contributory pension schemes
• discretionary Christmas bonus
• free lunch when working in College
• access to the college gym and swimming pool
• Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site parking

The closing date for applications is Monday 28th July 2025 at 4 pm.

The College reserves the right to withdraw the advert before the closing date if we receive significant interest.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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.

The Company

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], affectionately known as ‘[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’ is set in extensive, beautiful (yet peaceful) grounds, in central Cambridge. With a reputation as an inclusive, vibrant, and friendly community, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is home to around 700 students (under and postgraduate), 90 Fellows and 170 college staff and is managed, overall, by the Master, Bursar and Senior Tutor.

Being employed at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] means being a part of long-standing College community, steeped in history and prestige.

The Benefits

• Excellent Pension Schemes
• Private Healthcare Options
• Travel to Work Loan Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous Annual Leave
• Free Lunch On-Site
• On-Site Pool & Gym
• Training & Development

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Address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], St Andrew's St, Cambridge CB2 3AP