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

SALARY: £37,500 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.

The on target earning potential for this role is £37,500 per annum based on a 48-hour contract - comprising a base salary of £33,500, plus a qualified estimate of £4,000 in gratuities and service charge*. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a passionate and talented Chef de Partie to join our vibrant kitchen. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside a passionate team, honing your skills in a environment that champions provenance and sustainability.

As Chef de Partie, you’ll take responsibility for your section, preparing and executing dishes to a high standard, managing mise en place, and supporting junior chefs. You will be working daily with the very best organic produce, much of it sourced directly from Daylesford Farm, with the chance to contribute to dishes that balance classical technique with modern creativity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute dishes to standards, following menu specifications with precision
• Deliver daily mise en place and ensure your section is always fully prepared for service
• Support smooth, efficient service in a calm and professional manner
• Share knowledge and passion for food with junior chefs, contributing to their development
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and health and safety compliance
• Uphold The Fox’s sustainability ethos by using seasonal produce responsibly and minimising waste
• Contribute to the refinement of kitchen practices and the pursuit of culinary excellence

SKILLS YOU WILL BRING

• Experience in a fresh produce kitchen
• A genuine passion for creating good food with seasonal, sustainable ingredients
• Calm, level-headed, and reliable under pressure
• Meticulous, organised, and dedicated to consistency and presentation
• A collaborative team player with the ability to support and mentor junior chefs
• Curiosity for new techniques and trends, balanced with strong classical foundations

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.

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.