Job description
Salary: £28,697 p.a. plus benefits
Job type: Permanent
Hours: 39.25 hours per week
St John’s College, one of the largest Colleges within the University of Cambridge, is seeking to appoint a Café Assistant to support the smooth day-to-day running of the Café by preparing and serving high-quality drinks and food, providing friendly and professional customer service, and maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety. The role also supports stock control, team working and the delivery of a welcoming café experience in line with the College’s standards.
The College offers a competitive benefits package including membership of a defined contributory pension scheme, 36 days’ annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays), access to a ‘cash plan’ healthcare scheme currently provided by Simplyhealth, free lunch, free use of an on-site Gym and free parking close to the College site, subject to availability.
The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9:00am on 3 November 2026.
In applying for this role, you will provide personal data which the College will process in accordance with its data protection obligations and its Data Protection Policy .
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Café Assistant in Cambridge employer: St. Johns College, Cambridge
St. Johns College, Cambridge offers an exceptional working environment for aspiring culinary professionals, providing a unique opportunity to develop skills in a prestigious academic setting. With generous benefits such as 36 days of annual leave, a pension scheme, and access to gym facilities, employees enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises well-being and growth. The flexible hours and additional perks like free lunch and parking make this role particularly attractive for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
St. Johns College, Cambridge Recruitment Team
