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Job Post Details

Cafe Head Chef - job post

The Cambridge Dining Company
Cambridge CB3
From £37,000 a year - Full-time
Responded to 51-74% of applications in the past 30 days, typically within 1 day.

Job details

Pay

  • From £37,000 a year

Job type

  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • Monday to Friday

Location

Cambridge CB3

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • On-site parking

Full job description

Role: Cafe Head Chef

If you are passionate about food, thrive in a dynamic kitchen environment and have the skills and drive to lead a team, we would love to hear from you.

Hours & Pay

Starting rate of £18per hour - Excellent opportunity – providing a very good work life balance working 08:00 - 16:00, Monday to Friday with the occasional evening as and when events happening within the Ray Dolby Centre. You will be required to work an average of 40 hours each week.

Location

The Cavendish Cafe, Ray Dolby Centre, JJ Thompson Avenue, CB3 0US

Main Purpose of Job:

  • Lead & manage the day-to-day operation of the café kitchen.
  • Provide catering for additional internal meetings.
  • Prepare and serve fresh, high-quality food to consistently high standards.
  • Maintain excellent food hygiene, cleanliness, and organisation throughout the kitchen.
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety and allergen regulations, communicating any allergen changes as required.
  • Manage & organise stock, par levels
  • Minimise waste and control kitchen costs.
  • Create a positive, safe, and supportive working environment.
  • Train, mentor and develop the KP/kitchen Assistant.
  • Work collaboratively with the front of house team to ensure exceptional customer service.
  • Strong and positive communication with central production unit & cafés.
  • Remain calm, organised, and efficient during busy service periods.

Key Requirements:

  • A minimum of 3 years' experience in a senior chef or kitchen manager role within hospitality or events.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
  • A keen eye for detail and a commitment to consistently high standards.
  • The ability to work independently and perform well under pressure.
  • A positive, hands-on attitude with a genuine willingness to support the wider team.
  • Level 3 Food Safety Certificate is desirable but not essential.

Person Specification:

  • Passionate about producing great food.
  • Friendly, approachable, and a strong team player.
  • Flexible with a positive, "can-do" attitude.
  • Reliable, hardworking, and proactive.
  • Committed to delivering an excellent experience for every customer.
  • Knowledge of different kitchen platforms and excel
  • Knowledge of using a mac desirable

Company Statement: This job description is not intended to establish a total definition of the job but outlines duties and may be amended at the discretion of the Company.

Pay: From £37,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking

Experience:

  • Kitchen management: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • DBS Check (preferred)
  • Driving Licence (required)
  • Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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