Pastry Chef

University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Cambridge, ENGLAND
Deadline: 19 Aug 2026

Full-time, 75 Hours per fortnight (including evenings and weekends)

USSS Points 33 to 34 - £30,986 - £31,861 per annum (Depending on skills and experience)

We are seeking a Pastry Chef to join our team in the Catering Department. Ultimately responsible to the Executive Head Chef and Sous Chefs, the Pastry Chef will report to and work alongside the Senior Pastry Chef. They will be collectively responsible for the planning of the work in the area, the ordering of goods and the production of all items coming out of the pastry section as per business requirement. They will also support the management team with mentoring and managing junior staff and kitchen porters across the kitchen operations.

For specific details of the roles and responsibilities, please see the Job Description.

We offer 34 days annual leave (includes Bank Holidays), workplace pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance, employee assistance programme, free on-site parking, free use of gym and swimming pool, free lunch plus other benefits commensurate with working for a large Cambridge University College.

How to Apply

  • To apply, please submit a CV and a covering letter detailing how your skills and experience match the person specification to [email protected]
  • If you require additional information or support, please e-mail [email protected]

Further Information

  • The Job Description (PDF) is available here .
  • The closing date for applications is Wednesday 19th August at 9am and interviews will be taking place w/c 24th August.
  • Please note the College has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
  • The College is an Equal Opportunities employer encouraging diversity and inclusion.
  • If you would like more information about the role, you may contact the People & Culture Department at [email protected]

All employers are subject to a legal requirement under the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 to check that anyone to whom they offer employment has the right to work in the UK.


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