Work for us
Welcome! We're a vibrant and forward-thinking College, committed to the highest standards of education for young women of all backgrounds, and a friendly and relaxed place to work.
Everyone at Murray Edwards, whether students, academics or staff, feels part of one community and we value every role.
We're lucky to work in airy, light buildings set in gorgeous gardens which everyone is welcome to enjoy. As one of the Hill Colleges, we're based just out of the bustling centre of Cambridge, ensuring a peaceful and green environment.
Staff eat together in our iconic Dome dining hall (lunch is provided free every day, plus drinks in our Art Café) and we hold regular social events. We offer free gym facilities and on-site parking.
We think we're one of the best places to work in Cambridge - come and join us!
Our benefits:
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, increasing with length of service
- Medical Cash Plan
- contributory pension scheme
- life assurance benefit
- discretionary annual bonus scheme
- on-site parking (subject to availability)
- lunch, provided every day that the kitchens are open
- drinks in our Art Café
- gym facilities
- cycle to work scheme
Current staff vacancies
Circa £35,000 per annum.
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
This is a hands-on role in our busy and multifaceted Catering department. You will be supporting the Head of Food and Beverage in ensuring the smooth daily running and delivery of a range of collegiate and commercial events, setting service standards and upholding excellent customer service.
The role will require the management and development of the FOH team, excellent knowledge of food and beverage, understanding of food safety legislation and guidelines and strong analytical skills for strategic planning and finance.
Further details on the requirements for the role and a full job description can be found below. To apply for this role please email your CV and cover letter to hr@murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk by 30 September. We expect interviews for this role to take place on the week commencing 6 October.
What makes Murray Edwards special?
Murray Edwards is a great place to work: everyone is friendly and welcoming, plus there are some great perks like free lunch and coffees!
The gardens at Murray Edwards are stunning - they're a haven for wildlife and birds and make the College such a calm and beautiful place to work. We encourage staff to pick the flowers for their offices.
There's a strong feeling of community here. As Fellows, we get to know the students well, and the staff too.
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