The Role
Clare College has a very successful Hospitality Department and is looking for a Kitchen Porter to join the team. The role is to operate the dishwashing machine and carry out general cleaning duties of the pot wash area and kitchen. In addition to supporting the Head Chef and Catering Manager in helping to achieve the highest standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the College kitchens.
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 center, 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 center 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 annual salary will be up to £26,402 (depending on experience). In addition to the basic salary the post holder would be eligible for a bonus every year, meals on duty and will have access to various other benefits, details of which are below. We also offer membership of a defined pension contribution scheme, a Healthcare cash plan and parking subject to availability.
The Application Process
The Job Description and Person Specification is below.
All applicants must complete the application and equal opportunities form and email these to the HR team at 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 is 10 February 2026 with interviews being held shortly afterwards.