Chef

Nottingham Trent University; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Chef to join their kitchen production team. In this role, you will prepare modern, high-quality dishes for a diverse customer base, including students and staff, while contributing to rotating menus. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in food hygiene and allergen control. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

25-30 days annual leave

Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan

Health and wellbeing services

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of best practices in food hygiene and health and safety.
• Experience producing modern, high-quality dishes from fresh ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Join the kitchen production team and prepare meals for students and staff.
• Contribute to changing menus and food offerings.
• Exhibit innovation and flair in dish presentation.

Skills

Food hygiene

Allergen control

Health and safety

Cooking modern dishes

Customer service

Job description

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Support our students at every stage of their journey.

Doing things differently.

Chef

Salary £25,470 - £26,583 per annum

37 hours per week over 5 days/ Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Chef to join our talented kitchen production team.

This exciting opportunity is based primarily at our Clifton campus but also includes working with colleagues at our City, Brackenhurst, and Mansfield campuses catering for students, staff, and guests.

As the ideal candidate, you will have a strong understanding of best practices in relation to food hygiene, allergen control, and health and safety. You will have experience producing modern, high-quality dishes at volume from fresh ingredients. Serving a diverse range of customers at our restaurants and café, as well as delivered hospitality and events, you will have the opportunity to exhibit your innovation and flair by contributing to our changing menus and offerings.

Join us in delivering a vibrant and innovative food offering that caters to the diverse needs of our students, staff, and guests.

For more details, please review the role profile. We will consider applications even if you don't meet every requirement, so don't be discouraged if you don't match them perfectly.

Interview Date: w/c 8th September 2025

About Us

Nottingham Trent University is a successful and ambitious institution recognized for its innovation, inclusivity, and willingness to do things differently.

Our Campus Operations team works tirelessly behind the scenes to support our students. Whether ensuring safety, serving meals, or managing logistics, your role is vital. Our team's dedication ensures smooth operations, safety, and exceptional experiences.

For informal queries about the role or the Campus Operations team, please contact Simon Spencer (Head Chef) at [emailprotected].

Join Us

• Flexibility - take ownership of your work schedule. We support various working patterns and approaches.
• 25 - 30 days annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days, pro-rata.
• Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection options. Colleagues can opt out of the pension scheme with a minimum contribution of 0%, with NTU contributing at least 8%.
• Health and wellbeing services, including a Health Cash Plan, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings.
• Opportunities for professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• And much more. Find out about our benefits.

Come and be part of our success. Apply today.

Safe and Inclusive

At NTU, we foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and supports wellbeing. We encourage applications from underrepresented communities and backgrounds.

Please note, this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based system. We recommend assessing your eligibility before applying. Applications from those who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but can obtain a visa via other routes are welcome. Consult the Home Office for details.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974); successful applicants will need to declare any unspent convictions.