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

The Wild Rabbit is a modern British inn – a place to eat, drink and sleep
Set in the heart of the Cotswolds, we serve locally sourced, seasonal food in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

ABOUT THE ROLE
We're looking for a talented pastry chef who is excited about being in a busy environment, who has previous experience being on a pastry section in a restaurant, and coming up with new ideas and menu development.

You should be a keen foodie who keeps up to date with the latest food trends and techniques, while maintaining a solid foundation in traditional cooking.

SALARY: £40000 per annum
HOURS: Full time 48 Hours

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure your section is fully set for the next day with fresh MEP (mise en place).
• Execute all dishes as per menu specifications.
• Run your section efficiently and effectively at all times.
• Ensure kitchen audit requirements are adhered to.
• Assist kitchen members and colleagues proactively.
• Share your knowledge and passion for food with junior staff.
• Learn about products and production processes.
• Comply with internal audit requirements.
• Highlight health and safety (H&S) matters to your line manager.
• Supervise junior chefs during service.
• Maintain portion control in accordance with company guidelines.
• Record all recipes for new dishes and submit them to the Sous Chef.
• Support testing for accurate costings and final presentation definition.
• Challenge junior chefs when standards are not met and support their improvement.
• 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

• Experience at a multi-rosette or Michelin star level
• Solid understanding and hands-on experience in pastry
  
• Creativity and innovation in culinary work
• Ability to remain calm and level-headed in high-stress situations
• Strong work ethic and dedication to the job and industry
• Highly motivated and driven to succeed

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.