The Role

Clare College invites applications for the role of Front of House Supervisor to join our Hospitality team. The successful applicant must successfully be able to supervise pantry, cafe and buttery staff, delivering a highly efficient and excellent quality of service in respect of the service of food and beverages at all College internal and external functions together with ancillary services. This is a full time position working 37.5 hours per week on a rota which includes working evenings and weekends.

This is a wonderful opportunity to work for the second oldest of the 31 Colleges in the University of Cambridge. Regarded as one of the most progressive and informal, Clare is renowned as a College that achieves academically at the highest levels, whilst also being welcoming, forward-thinking, and inclusive.

Located in the heart of Cambridge city centre, the College is extraordinarily beautiful and famed for its gardens on “the Backs” (the famous backs of the Colleges that overlook the River Cam). Our gardens are widely renowned as some of the best in Cambridge and are valued by all members of the College, as well as our guests. Clare’s Old Court, a Grade I listed building, is the centre of the College and is unique among the ancient Cambridge Colleges in having maintained its architectural integrity over the course of its history.

Salary and Benefits

The salary is up to £31,907.93 p.a. In addition to the basic salary the post holder would be eligible for a bonus every year and free meals on duty. We also offer membership of a defined pension contribution scheme, a Healthcare cash plan and free parking.

The Application Process

Please find the further particulars and application form below.

All applicants must complete the application and equal opportunities form and email these to hr@clare.cam.ac.uk. The contents of the Equal Opportunities Form will not be disclosed to the selection or interview panels.

The closing date for applications is 5pm Monday 6 October 2025.