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Parker's Tavern
Junior Sous Chef - Sponsorship available
Cambridge On-site 2-5 yrs exp Restaurants 21 employees
Kitchen ManagementMenu DevelopmentFood PresentationFood HygieneHealth & Safety Standards
Requirements
Applicants should have previous experience as a Senior Chef De Partie or Junior Sous Chef in a busy kitchen, preferably with both restaurant and event experience. A strong understanding of food safety, kitchen compliance, and the flexibility to work varied shifts is required.
Job Description
SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE
Sponsorship may be available under the Skilled Worker transitional arrangements for eligible applicants.
To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
The successful applicant will be responsible for paying their own Skilled Worker visa application fee, Immigration Health Surcharge and any associated personal immigration costs. The Company will pay all sponsorship costs that it is legally required to pay. There will be no pay advances to cover any applicants' costs.
About Us
University Arms is a 192-bedroom design-led Hotel situated in the heart of Cambridge, United Kingdom. Overlooking Parker’s Piece is the Hotel’s quintessentially British Restaurant and Bar Parker’s Tavern, Library Lounge, and beautiful 272 square metre wood-panelled Ballroom.
Opened in 1834 as a Coaching Inn, University Arms is Cambridge’s oldest Hotel. For 180 years, the Hotel was added to, updated, and modernised in line with the age; however, it was the reopening in 2018 after a four-year £80m full renovation that really positioned the Hotel. It is now Cambridge's 'go-to’ destination, alluring visitors with the promise of a sense of modern luxury.
What Will You Be Doing
As a Junior Sous Chef Events & Restaurant, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver exceptional food in the restaurant/bar and a variety of events, from private dining to large-scale functions.
THE DUTIES
As well as the opportunity to work with a fantastic team in an exceptional property, the position comes with:
In line with UK immigration legislation, all applicants must have the right to work in the UK or be eligible to obtain permission to work under the Skilled Worker route. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required as part of the recruitment process.
Sponsorship may be available under the Skilled Worker transitional arrangements for eligible applicants.
To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- You must have been granted your first Skilled Worker (or Tier 2 General) visa before 4 April 2024.
- You must have held continuous Skilled Worker permission since that date. Breaks in employment will mean you are not eligible.
- If your Skilled Worker permission has been cancelled, curtailed, or has expired without a valid continuation of permission, you may not qualify.
- Applicants who were granted their first Skilled Worker visa on or after 5 April 2024 are not eligible for the transitional arrangements.
The successful applicant will be responsible for paying their own Skilled Worker visa application fee, Immigration Health Surcharge and any associated personal immigration costs. The Company will pay all sponsorship costs that it is legally required to pay. There will be no pay advances to cover any applicants' costs.
About Us
University Arms is a 192-bedroom design-led Hotel situated in the heart of Cambridge, United Kingdom. Overlooking Parker’s Piece is the Hotel’s quintessentially British Restaurant and Bar Parker’s Tavern, Library Lounge, and beautiful 272 square metre wood-panelled Ballroom.
Opened in 1834 as a Coaching Inn, University Arms is Cambridge’s oldest Hotel. For 180 years, the Hotel was added to, updated, and modernised in line with the age; however, it was the reopening in 2018 after a four-year £80m full renovation that really positioned the Hotel. It is now Cambridge's 'go-to’ destination, alluring visitors with the promise of a sense of modern luxury.
What Will You Be Doing
As a Junior Sous Chef Events & Restaurant, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver exceptional food in the restaurant/bar and a variety of events, from private dining to large-scale functions.
THE DUTIES
- Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen across the restaurant and events
- Prepare and present high-quality dishes to exceptional standards.
- Maintain excellent food quality, consistency and presentation.
- Lead and motivate junior team members during service
- Assist in menu development, particularly event offerings
- Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards
- Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering and minimise food waste.
- Step up to lead service in the absence of the senior chefs
- Previous experience as a Senior Chef De Partie or Junior Sous Chef in a busy kitchen
- Experience in both restaurant service and events/catering (preferred)
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards
- Good understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance
- Flexible to work varied shifts, including weekends and evenings
As well as the opportunity to work with a fantastic team in an exceptional property, the position comes with:
- Competitive salary
- Free meals on duty
- Team Member Parties
- Room and F&B discounts across the Marriott portfolio
- Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £400 for referring them!
In line with UK immigration legislation, all applicants must have the right to work in the UK or be eligible to obtain permission to work under the Skilled Worker route. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required as part of the recruitment process.
Skills
Kitchen ManagementMenu DevelopmentFood PresentationFood HygieneHealth & Safety StandardsStock MonitoringTeam LeadershipTime ManagementEvent CateringRestaurant Service
About Parker's Tavern
A new restaurant and bar located in University Arms Hotel, Cambridge. Parker’s Tavern is stand-alone destination restaurant and bar serving good, honest, locally sourced food – a delicious taste of Cambridge. The perfect place for all day dining and amongst the most desirable social venues in Cambridge. Everything served has a British origins and will be rooted back to Cambridge and East Anglian producers. The restaurant is overlooking Parker’s Piece and part of the University Arms Hotel. The food menu will consist of a selection of new modern classics, complimented by a seasonally changing menu.