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Second Chef

Posted July 13, 2026
Full Time Grade 5 - Starting from £29,588 rising to £ 33,002 per annum

Job Overview

You will support the Head Chef in the organisation and running of the University kitchens and counter service. You will be responsible for developing food provision across a variety of outlets, delivering and developing the event & hospitality menus.

About the Role

  • To oversee the day-to-day organization, preparation, and cooking of all meals to a high standard in all catering outlets on campus and areas in the central Production Kitchen.
  • Support the head chef with developing food trends on an ongoing basis, ensuring the catering offer at the university is modern, exciting, & innovate.
  • Support the head chef with achieving food cost targets and achieving budget
  • Assist in the planning and delivery of events such as graduation, open days, weddings, summer schools and conferences.

About You

  • Cooking Qualification or equivalent experience 
  • Recent experience working in a commercial industrial or public catering role
  • Passion for food and excellent service delivery
  • Experience of staff training
  • Basic IT skills

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