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Overview

Chef – Hospitality & Events (Catering)

Base: Exton Park, University of Chester

Contract: Permanent

Salary: University Scale OS5, Points 15–18

The University of Chester is looking for two skilled Chefs to join our friendly Hospitality & Events team at Exton Park. This is a hands-on kitchen role where you’ll work closely with the Kitchen Co-ordinator and the wider catering team to prepare and serve a range of fresh dishes every day. Our catering service supports students, staff, and visitors, and prides itself on delivering consistently high standards – from day-to-day service to large-scale events.

• Preparing and cooking fresh, quality food to a high standard
• Working with the Kitchen Co-ordinator to plan daily requirements
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, HACCP, COSHH, and health & safety standards
• Supporting the team with menu planning, stock checks, and food service
• Delivering excellent customer service, working flexibly to meet student and staff needs
• Maintaining high standards in a busy, professional kitchen environment

• City & Guilds 706/1&2 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering (or equivalent)
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (essential)
• Experience in a professional kitchen environment
• A calm, adaptable team player with great communication skills
• Ability to stay positive and productive under pressure

Desirable extras include NVQ Level 3, Intermediate Food Hygiene, or experience in patisserie or competition work.

• Sociable working hours – a refreshing change from the long, late shifts of the commercial sector
• Generous holiday allowance plus University closure days
• Pension scheme membership with excellent employer contributions
• A supportive, inclusive workplace that values teamwork and wellbeing
• Opportunities to develop your skills across a wide variety of catering services, including special diets and event catering

If you’re a motivated Chef looking for a role with variety, job security, and a much better work–life balance than the commercial catering sector, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join the University of Chester’s Hospitality & Events team and be part of a supportive community where your skills really make a difference.

We encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants.