Sous Chef, The Trough

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

SALARY: £44,075 per annum
HOURS: 45 hours per week

ABOUT US
Daylesford Organic is one of the most celebrated farm-to-fork destinations in the UK, founded on a passion for sustainable farming, exceptional food, and artisan craftsmanship.

At the heart of the estate is The Trough & Old Spot, Daylesford's flagship restaurants, offering dishes crafted around the finest organic ingredients.

The Trough, our quintessential restaurant experience where seasonal produce and a sense of understates luxury come together to offer a truly elevated dining experience. If you are passionate about fresh and organic produce, Daylesford offers an inspiring place to grow your career.

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ABOUT THE ROLE
Working within the kitchens at Daylesford means being part of a team that values sustainability, creativity, and excellence. From field to plate, every ingredient tells a story, giving chefs the opportunity to work with outstanding produce while contributing to an authentic and award-winning dining experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver consistently high-quality dishes, ensuring every plate meets our standards for taste, presentation, and portion control.

• Manage ordering and supplier relationships to ensure a well-stocked and cost-effective kitchen operation.

• Oversee stock control and regular stocktakes, minimising waste and maintaining accurate inventory levels.

• Champion our sustainability goals, supporting social and environmental initiatives in line with our B Corp journey.

• Act as an ambassador for our purpose and values, inspiring conscious choices among colleagues, suppliers, and guests.

SKILLS & EXPERTISE

• Strong culinary skills and a passion for delivering exceptional food to a consistently high standard.

• Excellent organisation and planning abilities, with experience managing prep, stock, and kitchen operations.

• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to train, mentor, and develop others.

• Clear communication skills and the confidence to build positive relationships across the wider team.

• Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring excellence in food quality, presentation, and safety standards.

PERKS & BENEFITS

Discounts: Enjoy a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one, including:

• Purchase your lunch at any of our Farm shops (food to go or retail) and receive 50% off, up to the value of £20.

• Shop all other products at our Farm shops and retail stores including clothing, home, garden, food and drink at 30% off, in store and online.

• Visit any of our Daylesford Restaurants and receive 30% off, or any of our Pubs and received 10% off, for yourself and up to five guests.

• Book any of our wellness classes, treatments, services or courses at

• the Daylesford cookery school with 30% off for all employees.

• Receive 60% off all Bamford skincare and 30% off apparel in-store and online.

  Enjoy 40% off all bath, body & home fragrance products from both Daylesford Organic & Bamford, in store and online.

• Mental Health Support: 24-hour access to our Employee Assistance Programme through Help@Hand

• Padel Discount: (Cotswolds)

• Nationwide Gym Discounts: Various nationwide gym discounts available through Help@Hand such as PureGym and The Gym Group

• Local Gym Discounts (Cotswolds Area)

• Wellbeing modules: to provide practical support and advice for your wellbeing

• Electric Car Scheme: (subject to criteria, following probation)

• Volunteering Days: One paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice

• Private Medical: Subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa

• Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9 percent of your salary into your pension each month with a 4.5 percent contribution from us

• Life Assurance: Cover equivalent to one year of your annual salary

• Enhanced Family Leave Pay (T&C's apply)

• Enhanced Company Sick Pay (T&C's apply)

• Enhanced Holiday Pay (up to 33 days per annum including Bank Holidays, Pro-Rata)

• Refer a Friend Scheme-Earn up to £750 when you refer a friend to work with us (T&C's apply)

• Flu Jabs (optional, available twice per annum)