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Domestic Assistant

Salary - £23,144 per annum, (£18,765.41 pro rata)

Part-time, 30 hours per week Monday to Friday, various hours with occasional weekend work during the College's busy periods

Homerton College is looking to recruit several Domestic Assistants responsible for ensuring that the highest standards of cleanliness are maintained throughout the college, including over 740 bedrooms, a dedicated conference centre and various rooms, offices and public areas.

Please see job description for further details including person specification and key tasks of the role.

The College offers 25 days (pro rata) holiday entitlement plus 8 public holidays. We offer an excellent working environment, free onsite parking, free meal on duty and a defined benefit pension. The College has a contributory pension scheme, which is available for employees to join from the first day of employment.

Homerton College is an equal opportunities employer and strives to meet its commitment to equality and diversity. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010, and building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce in encouraging equality and diversity. The organisation needs your help and co-operation to enable it to do this, by filling in the anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form, which is voluntary.

Please send your application to recruitment@homerton.cam.ac.uk

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis. Early application is advised.

Further Particulars

Catering Vacancies

Bar Assistants

Job Title:                    Bar Assistant
Department:             Conference and Catering
Hours:                        37 hours per week (Full time) or part-time (18 hours per week) available 5.30pm to 11.30pm; Shifts include weekends
Salary:                        SCP 11 £22,681.00 (pro rata if part-time)

We are looking for Bar Assistants to join our busy team in our new purpose-built Griffin Bar, preparing drinks and providing excellent customer service to our students, staff, Fellows and visitors to the College.

Ideally, we would like you to have bar experience but full training will be provided. What is important to us is a “can do” attitude and a willingness to provide the very best!

See the Job Description for more information about the role and requirements.

What do we offer?

In addition to a competitive salary, we give 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata if part-time). We offer on-site parking, subsidised access to our onsite gym, discounts via our benefits platform and will automatically enrol you into a pension scheme (if eligible) with a generous employer contribution.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your completed application form to the HR Department, Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PH or recruitment@homerton.cam.ac.uk. Please indicate whether you are applying for a full or part-time position.

Senior Chef de Partie

Job Title: Senior Chef de Partie

Department: Conference and Catering

Hours: Permanent; full time; 37 hours per week; working 5 shifts over 7 days

Salary: up to SCP 23 £30,488.00 per annum depending on experience

We are looking to recruit a Senior Chef de Partie to join our Conference and Catering team assisting and supporting the delivery of food and beverages to our students, Fellows and staff as well as our conference and banqueting guests.

You should be passionate about food and able to contribute to the high standards our customers expect.

JOB FUNCTION/PURPOSE:

To manage all food production areas ensuring the preparation and cooking of all food for students, staff, functions and Hospitality to the required standard.

To ensure the prompt and efficient operation of all services at the required times and to help maintain a clean and hygienic working environment which meets the Colleges standards.

MAIN DUTIES INCLUDE:

1. Food Preparation 80%

Support the menu planning process including costings, providing support to the Head Chef - maximising gross profit and minimising wastage; using seasonal and local produce where possible. To control the menu cycle and assist in the planning menus for function catering.
Ensure individuals on special diets or with specific cultural needs are catered for and that choice is also available, when overseeing food production.
Contribute to the production of standard recipes for each dish, to ensure consistency and clear guidance for each Chef de Partie.
Assist in ordering, purchasing and stock control, providing guidance and sharing good practice approaches with the Head Chef and Kitchen team.
Ensure that all food is produced within the established cost criteria for the catering unit and complies with the specified standards, with emphasis on healthy production method, presentation, garnishing and flavour.
Maintain high standards of presentation and display through monitoring and regular feedback.
Provide guidance to the Chef De Parties, as required, in relation to cooking methods and practices to ensure the best results.
Ensure that recipes and working methods are followed.
Support the use of locally sourced food products and be proactive in finding ways to reduce the carbon footprint of catering services.
Monitor and record daily wastage.
Keep up with current food trends, retaining an awareness of customer needs.
Ensure that the Catering stores and other areas of potential loss are secured at all times.
Ensure that that the counter presentation, back-up and service is overseen everyday by the kitchen team.
Observe all health and safety at work regulations as set out by Homerton College in accordance with its statutory obligations.

2. Health & Safety and Hygiene 5%

Contribute to the responsibility for the safety and hygiene operations of the kitchen and ancillary areas, ensuring that statutory and the college regulations are adhered to by all members of staff and visitors.
Ensure that procedures for the reporting of accidents and incidents (including environmental incidents) are adhered to.
Undertake immediate remedial action following reports of any unsafe practices or broken machinery/equipment.
Ensure correct use, maintenance and cleaning of equipment; ensuring all kitchen staff use equipment as instructed through relevant training and observing safe practices, so that accidents are avoided.
Undertake Food Hygiene training as required.
Follow COSHH procedures.
Maintain a high standard of personal and food hygiene to comply with statutory and University requirements.
Ensure high standards of cleanliness are maintained in all kitchen and related areas.
Carry out record keeping as necessary to ensure compliance with Food Safety regulations. Overall responsibility for maintaining records and ensuring all checks have been carried out, taking remedial action if necessary.
Ensure HACCP processes are followed and recorded as required.
Ensure all aspects of security, fire and emergency procedures are carried out.
Trained in emergency evacuation of the building.
Trained in safe use of fire extinguishers.

3. Operational Management 5%

Ensure that only top-quality raw materials are provided by nominated suppliers and used in the preparation of dishes.
Ensure prompt service of all meals and services at the required times to the specified standard and to provide customer satisfaction.
Ensure that all deliveries are checked on arrival and stored to comply with statutory regulations.
Ensure that the Catering stores and other areas of potential loss are secured at all times.
Ensure that that the counter presentation, back-up and service is overseen everyday by the kitchen team.

4. Customer Care 5%

Provide high standards of customer care, so that the reputation of the college is enhanced and sales targets achieved.
Monitor standards and identify solutions to problems to ensure a high-quality service.
Provide superior knowledge on allergies and advice for special diets.

5. Any Other Duties

Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be requested.
Attend training courses as required.
Maintain an awareness of, and understand the practical application of, the Environmental Policy and ensure good environmental practice is adhered to in all catering activities e.g. waste management, energy efficiency.
Prepare and assist at any special function which, on occasions, will be outside of normal working hours.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications and Knowledge:

C & G 706 - 3 or equivalent NVQ qualification.
Management qualification and food hygiene certificate or equivalent.
Substantial knowledge of current relevant legislation governing catering operations / practices.
Knowledge of EPOS and catering software.
Good working knowledge of health and safety procedures including HACCP.
Good working knowledge of current food trends and special dietary requirements.

Skills:

Good display, product and menu development skills.
Effective relationship management skills.
Excellent technical skills.
Self-motivated, good organiser, planner and able to prioritize.
Demonstrable experience of interpretation of financial data to assess performance and guide decision making.
Team player.
Ability to see potential problems and work through solutions until resolution is reached.
Have a flair and passion for food.
Ability to communicate at all levels .
Attention to detail.
A good leader able to motivate, develop and manage teams.

Experience:

3+ years catering management experience of multi-site operations including busy conference and banqueting operation.
Demonstrable experience of interpretation of financial data to assess performance and guide decision making.
Demonstrable experience of technical skills such as visual merchandising.
Experience of sourcing and purchasing supplies.
Experience of developing staff rotas.

The job description can be downloaded here

How to apply

Please send your application form and covering letter to the HR Department, Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PH or recruitment@Homerton.cam.ac.uk

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Homerton College is an equal opportunities employer and strives to meet its commitment to equality and diversity. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010 and building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce in encouraging equality and diversity. The organisation needs your help and co-operation to enable it to do this, by filling in the anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form, which is voluntary.

Catering Manager

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, 5 days in 7
Salary: Up to SCP 37 (£45,585), depending on experience

The College’s Catering Department provides catering services across the entire college community for students who live in and outside of College, staff and Fellows as well as a conference business and other external guests. The offering includes the daily breakfast, lunch and dinner services, formal dinners and events as well as the Buttery and Bar.

The Catering Manager will be involved in this very exciting opportunity at the College, where the Catering Department is looking to develop to new heights, where all ideas and opportunities will be considered and pursued to really make the department standout from what has historically been considered the norm for similar establishments. The Catering Manager will be responsible for the Front of House operation, as well as working very closely with the Executive Chef to ensure the whole department is collaborating and working in unison. It is hoped the two roles will expand the current department’s offering to create something very modern and unique amongst the Cambridge Colleges and beyond. There will be great importance placed on menus that include sustainably sourced, fresh seasonal and local produce wherever possible, respecting all ingredients used, with a keen emphasis on our environmental responsibilities.

The Catering Manager will lead and manage the front-of-house team, will implement the appropriate structures, systems and processes required to ensure the department has the base to build from. They will oversee the financial performance to ensure effective controls and budgeting is in place, as well as all aspects of legal compliance.

The role will work closely with the Conference and Events team to really drive the commercial revenue opportunities and partnership with other organisations that will work together with us moving forward.

The role will also work closely with the Assistant Bursar, various student bodies and academic staff members and will be a key player and driving force behind what should be a very exciting time for the department and the College.

A Basic DBS will be required to be undertaken.

Click here for the full job description

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your completed application form to the HR Department, Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PH or recruitment@homerton.cam.ac.uk

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Executive Chef

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, 5 days in 7
Salary: Up to SCP37 (£45,585 pa), depending on experience

The Executive Chef will be involved in this very exciting opportunity at the College, where the Catering Department is looking to develop to new heights, where all ideas and opportunities will be considered and pursued to really make the department standout from what has historically been considered the norm for similar establishments. The Executive Chef will be responsible for the Back of House operation, as well as working very closely with the Catering Manager to ensure the whole department is collaborating and working in unison. It is hoped the two roles will expand the current departments’ offering to create something very modern and unique amongst the Cambridge Colleges and beyond. There will be great importance placed on menus that include sustainably sourced, fresh seasonal and local produce wherever possible, respecting all ingredients used, with a keen emphasis on our environmental responsibilities.

The Executive Chef will lead and manage the Back of House team, will implement the appropriate structures, systems and processes required to ensure the department has the base to build from. They will oversee the financial performance to ensure effective controls and budgeting is in place, as well as all aspects of legal compliance.

Click here for the full job description

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your completed application form to the HR Department, Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PH or recruitment@homerton.cam.ac.uk

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Homerton College is an equal opportunities employer and strives to meet its commitment to equality and diversity. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010 and building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce in encouraging equality and diversity. The organisation needs your help and cooperation to enable it to do this by filling in the anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form, which is voluntary.

Kitchen Porter

Hours Full-time; 37 hours per week; working 5 in 7 days (this includes evenings and weekends)

Salary SCP 12, (£23,144)

We are looking to appoint hard-working, dedicated individuals to work in the catering team in a state-of-the-art brand new kitchen and dining hall. Striving for excellence and serving cuisines from around the world, we cater for students, Fellows, staff and conference delegates, including high end formal Halls, banquet dinners and garden parties.

In addition to a competitive salary, we give 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays. We offer on-site parking, free meal when on duty, subsidised access to our onsite gym, discounts via our benefits platform and will automatically enrol you into a pension scheme (if eligible) with a generous employer contribution.

Click here for the full job description

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your completed application form to the HR Department, Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PH or recruitment@homerton.cam.ac.uk

Bar Manager

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (5 days in 7)
Salary: Up to SCP 19 (£27,181), depending on experience

You will be responsible for managing the bar, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective operation of food and beer service and licencing compliance.

Ideally, you will have demonstrable experience of working in a professional bar that sells alcohol, at least at supervisory or Assistant Manager level, with the ability to lead and manage a team.

Click here for the job description

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your completed application form to the HR Department, Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PH or recruitment@homerton.cam.ac.uk

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Catering Supervisor

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, 5 days in 7
Salary: Up to SCP 18 (£26,445)

Working as part of our Front of House team, you will support the Senior Supervisors and Catering Manager in ensuring that all shifts are efficiently run and that dinners and conference events are managed to the highest professional standards. You will have experience of working at supervisory level within a fast-paced catering environment and the ability to lead and motivate a team.

Job Description

What do we offer?

In addition to a competitive salary, we give 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays. We offer on-site parking, free meal whilst on duty, subsidised access to our onsite gym, discounts via our benefits platform and will automatically enrol you into a pension scheme (if eligible) with a generous employer contribution.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your completed application form to the HR Department, Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PH or recruitment@homerton.cam.ac.uk

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Homerton College is an equal opportunities employer and strives to meet its commitment to equality and diversity. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010 and building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce in encouraging equality and diversity. The organisation needs your help and cooperation to enable it to do this by filling in the anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form, which is voluntary.

Chef de Partie

Hours: Full time; 37 hours per week; working 5 shifts over 7 days (which may include evenings and weekends)
Salary: up to SCP 22; £29,605 per annum, depending on experience

We are looking to recruit a Chef de Partie to join our Catering team assisting and supporting the delivery of food and beverages to our students, Fellows and staff as well as our conference and banqueting guests.

You should have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen (ideally in a college environment), be passionate about food and able to contribute to the high standards our customers expect.

Job description

How to apply
Please send your Application Form to the HR Department, Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PH or recruitment@Homerton.cam.ac.uk

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Homerton College is an equal opportunities employer and strives to meet its commitment to equality and diversity. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010 and building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce in encouraging equality and diversity. The organisation needs your help and cooperation to enable it to do this by filling in the anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form, which is voluntary.

Buttery Supervisor

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, 5 days in 7 (including some evenings and weekends)
Salary: Up to SCP18; £26,445 pa, depending on experience

We are looking for a Buttery Supervisor to manage the college Buttery, ensuring its cost-effective and efficient operation.

You will have experience of working in a fast-paced professional catering environment at supervisory or assistant manager level, with the ability to lead and manage a team and a passion for customer-service.

Some evening and weekend work will be required, so flexibility is needed.

Job Description

How to apply

Please send your Application Form to the HR Department, Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PH or recruitment@Homerton.cam.ac.uk

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Homerton College is an equal opportunities employer and strives to meet its commitment to equality and diversity. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010 and building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce in encouraging equality and diversity. The organisation needs your help and cooperation to enable it to do this by filling in the anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form, which is voluntary.

Casual Bar Staff

We are looking for hardworking and motivated Casual Bar Staff to join our busy team in our new purpose-built Griffin Bar preparing drinks and providing excellent customer service to our students, staff, Fellows and visitors to the College.

Ideally, we would like you to have bar experience but full training will be provided. What is important to us is a “can do” attitude and a willingness to provide the very best!

To work behind a bar serving alcohol, you must be 18 or over.

Normal working hours are 5.30pm–11.30pm, including weekdays and weekends.

Hourly rate of pay: £10.42 (plus 12.07% holiday pay); increasing from 1 April 2024 to £11.44 (plus 12.07% holiday pay)

We also provide a meal on duty (depending on shift) and car parking is available.

How to apply

Please send your completed casual work application form to the HR Department, Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PH or Recruitment@homerton.cam.ac.uk

Casual Catering Staff

£11.44/hour plus 12.07% holiday pay

We are looking for hardworking, customer-focussed people to help us deliver an excellent catering service to the College and maintain our high standards.

The role will involve a variety of tasks, from working in the College’s dining hall to serving at events, such as formal dinners, conferences and graduations.

Daytime, evening and weekend (usually 1/month) shifts are available, so some flexibility is required.

Experience is not necessary - as training will be provided - but you must be a good team player who is willing to help out.

To apply, please complete the Application for Employment – Casual work form and return to: recruitment@homerton.cam.ac.uk
or by post to: HR, Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge CB2 8PH