Chef de Partie

University of Cambridge - Trinity Hall

Location:CambridgeSalary:£31,137 pa plus pension and benefitsHours:Full TimeContract Type:PermanentPlaced On:27th January 2026Closes:27th February 2026

CONTRACT

Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hrs per week)

INTERVIEW

To be arranged directly with candidate

Join our professional and welcoming Kitchen Team at Trinity Hall, where tradition meets modern culinary excellence. We are offering a fantastic opportunity for a talented Chef de Partie who is passionate about creating exceptional food and delivering high-quality service.

In this role, you will bring dedication, creativity, and proven experience from a similar environment. With a meticulous eye for detail and a genuine enthusiasm for great food, you'll play an integral part in delivering outstanding dining experiences for our College community and guests.

What We Offer

• A permanent, full-time position within a supportive and friendly team
• 37.5 hours per week, including evenings and weekends (with alternate weekends off)
• The chance to contribute to an esteemed Cambridge college with a strong culinary reputation
• Competitive Employees' Benefits (see below)

What We are Looking For

• A skilled and experienced Chef de Partie
• A collaborative team player with high standards and a commitment to excellence
• Someone who thrives in a busy, high-quality kitchen environment

Interviews and selection may take place before the closing date for candidates who closely match our criteria.

Please note: Trinity Hall must ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Duties

• Work alongside the existing Chefs in the professional day-to-day operations
• Ensure all food preparation is carried out to College's high standards
• Ensure standards of work are kept to a high level
• Maintain productivity levels
• Contribute to the creation of new menus and dishes for a wide range of events
• Manage and assist in the receipt and storage of all provisions, fresh and frozen, in accordance with current food hygiene regulations including correct stock rotation and storage

Possessing relevant qualifications and experience with an exceptional track record of delivering to the highest standards is essential, and also be genuinely passionate about your career. Training opportunities are available.

Further details about this position can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification. Click the 'Apply' button above.

Employees' Benefits

• 25 days plus bank holidays annual entitlement
• Extra day's holiday every two years
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Meal on duty if available
• Group Life Insurance Cover
• Help@Hand from Unum
• Uniform provided when required
• Training and development opportunities
• Medicash health plan (after 3 months of employment)
• Annual bonus scheme
• Recruitment incentive
• Long Service Awards

How To Apply

To apply, you are required to register for each individual vacancy. In applying for this role, you will provide personal data which the College will process in accordance with its data protection obligations and its Data Protection Policy, Data protection resources section of the website.