Junior Pizza Chef, The Fox

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.

SALARY: £32,000 per annum OTE

HOURS: 48 hours including weekends

ABOUT US

The Fox in Lower Oddington is a classic Cotswolds pub with a modern, funky twist. Whether you're here for the legendary Thursday pizza and DJ nights, the weekly live music, or just soaking up the vibes, The Fox is a true destination spot in the Cotswolds that will keep you coming back for more—open to all and loved by many.

We serve top-quality, flavoursome and familiar food. Inhabiting the farm to fork ethos with our organic produce sourced from our local Daylesford farms. Here you will find a laidback, stylish setting, with a bar team that's as fun as they are friendly. It's a place where guests feel at home and staff love to work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic Junior Pizza Chef who's eager to learn, develop their skills, and be part of our exciting journey as we continue to expand our delicious and in-demand pizzas.

If you have a passion for great food, a love for pizza, and a willingness to grow under the guidance of experienced chefs, this is the perfect opportunity for you. You'll gain hands-on experience, learn the art of crafting exceptional pizzas, and contribute to a team that values creativity and quality.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pizza Preparation: Prepare dough, sauces, and toppings according to standardized recipes and quality standards.
• Pizza Cooking: Operate pizza ovens efficiently and skilfully to bake pizzas to perfection, ensuring even cooking and optimal flavour.
• Quality Control: Maintain strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards throughout all stages of food preparation and service.
• Presentation: Execute visually appealing pizza presentations, paying attention to detail and aesthetics.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other kitchen staff to coordinate timing and ensure smooth execution of food orders.
• Customer Interaction: Interact with customers in a professional and friendly manner, taking pride in delivering exceptional dining experiences
• Bring our purpose to life by driving meaningful social and environmental improvements, contributing to our journey as a B Corp, and aligning with our sustainability vision.
• Inspire and empower our customers, suppliers, and partners to live and work more consciously, creating a lasting positive impact on the world.

SKILLS YOU WILL BRING

• Previous experience working in a service kitchen, preferably in a well-respected fresh food establishment.
• Interest in learning how to operate a wood fired oven, so as to deliver a controlled cooking environment.
• Basic knowledge in pizza dough preparation, pizza assembly, and oven operation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality culinary creations.
• Effective communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Thorough understanding of food safety, be able to maintain a spotless working environment and display the highest levels of food hygiene practices.
• Presentation, as a customer facing team member, you must look smart and clean at all times.
• Flexibility, your working week will include evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• Discounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining
  
  experiences from day 1.
• Volunteering Days: Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of their choice.
• Private Medical: We offer subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.
• Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we
  
  contribute up to 4.5%.
• Life Assurance: We offer life assurance cover, equivalent of up to a year of your annual salary.
• Mental Health Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24-hour support, seven days a week.

The on target earning potential for this role is £32,000 per annum based on a 48-hour contract - comprising a base salary of £28,000, plus a qualified estimate of £4,000 in gratuities and service charge.

About gratuities & service charge:

• Gratuities are paid on a pro-rata basis.
• It is estimated that in 2025, our full-time employees can expect to receive in the range of £4,000 in addition to their annual salary.