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Chef de Partie
Salary: £31,050 - £33,232 per annum depending on experience (inclusive of 4.5% split shift payment)
The catering team at Emmanuel College (known as ‘Emma’) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Chef de Partie. 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, a passion for food and cookery, be a great team player and able to demonstrate a working knowledge of food law and allergen information. 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 20th June at 4 pm. Interviews are planned for week commencing 30th June 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.
- The closing date for applications is 20 June 2025
The College values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity
Conference & Accommodations Coordinator
Full Time (36 hours 40 minutes)
Salary: £27,380 - £30,098 per annum depending on experience
The College is seeking to appoint a Conference and Accommodations Coordinator reporting to and working closely with the Conference Manager. The Conference and Accommodation Offices collaborate to manage a diverse range of internal and external activities within the College. Internally, they coordinate the College Calendar, supervisions, and organise meetings and events for students and fellows. Externally, they oversee events such as summer schools, weddings, meetings, and dinners. Additionally, the Accommodation Office is responsible for managing all aspects of undergraduate student accommodation, including the allocation of rooms for freshers, overseeing the fourth-year allocation process, and administering the ballot and exeat procedures.
This position is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills, excellent customer service, and event coordination experience. The candidate should be confident managing multiple tasks, liaising with clients and departments, with a high attention to detail. A flexible, proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a collaborative College environment are essential.
Emmanuel College, affectionately known as ‘Emma’, is set in extensive historical, yet peaceful grounds within central Cambridge. It is home to around 700 students (under and postgraduate), 90 Fellows and 180 College staff working across a variety of roles and has a reputation as an inclusive, vibrant, and friendly community.
In return, the College offers, amongst other benefits:
- 25 days annual leave, in addition to bank/public holidays
- Excellent contributory pension schemes
- Discretionary Christmas bonus
- Free meal when working in College
- Travel to work loan scheme
- Car parking in central Cambridge
- Access to the College gym and swimming pool
The College reserves the right to withdraw the advert before the closing date if we receive significant interest.
Applications, along with a covering letter, should be sent by e-mail; marked “Strictly Personal & Confidential” to hr@emma.cam.ac.uk
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday 23rd June 2025 at 4pm with interviews expected to take place on 3rd July 2025.
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.
- The closing date for applications is 23 June 2025
The College values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity
Head Pastry Chef
Salary: £36,196 - £37,290 per annum (inclusive of 4.5% split shift payment) depending on experience
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 11 chefs, the team is close-knit and supportive. Working shifts include straights, split shifts and some weekend work. 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.
- The closing date for applications is 27 June 2025
The College values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity
Philanthropy Officer
Full Time (36 hours 40 minutes)
Salary: £41,561 - £43,691 per annum depending on experience
The College is introducing a new role to expand its fundraising and development initiatives. The Philanthropy Officer will be instrumental in cultivating and managing relationships with prospective and existing donors capable of making significant annual contributions. Working closely with the Development Director and Head of Development, the post-holder will contribute to the execution of our current Development Strategy, aiming to increase philanthropic support and engagement.
The Development Office supports the College in its charitable purpose by building and maintaining a supportive, lifelong, two-way relationship with Members (alumni), and engaging the community of members and friends to contribute their time, expertise and philanthropy. Between 2015 and 2022, the Development Office raised £38m in new philanthropic income through the ‘Emma Enables’ campaign. This was the college’s most successful campaign ever and saw a significant uplift in philanthropy across major, regular, and legacy giving. This is a new post as we look to build on this momentum in planning the next campaign.
Emmanuel College, affectionately known as ‘Emma’, is set in extensive historical, yet peaceful grounds within central Cambridge. It is home to around 700 students (under and postgraduate), 90 Fellows and 180 College staff working across a variety of roles and has a reputation as an inclusive, vibrant, and friendly community.
Further information - a job description and application form can be downloaded below.
In return, the College offers, amongst other benefits:
- 25 days annual leave, in addition to bank/public holidays
- Excellent contributory pension schemes
- Discretionary Christmas bonus
- Free meal when working
- Travel to work loan scheme
- Car parking in central Cambridge
- Access to the College gym and swimming pool
The College reserves the right to withdraw the advert before the closing date if we receive significant interest.
Applications, along with a covering letter, should be sent by e-mail marked “Strictly Personal & Confidential” to hr@emma.cam.ac.uk
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Sunday 22nd June 2025 at 4pm with interviews expected to take place during the week commencing 7th July 2025.
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
- The closing date for applications is 22 June 2025
The College values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity