Pizza Chef, The Fox - Moreton-in-Marsh

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

SALARY: 36,000 per annum OTE
Weekly pay planned from October 2025.

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 36,000 per annum based on a 48-hour contract - comprising a base salary of 32,000, plus a qualified estimate of 4,000 in gratuities and service charge .

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are excited to announce that due to exceptional growth, we are looking to expand our kitchen team with the addition of a skilled pizza chef! As demand for our delicious pizzas continues to rise, we're seeking a passionate and talented individual to help us maintain our high standards and bring even more creativity to our menu. If you have a love for crafting outstanding pizzas and want to be part of our growing success, we'd love to hear from you!

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 as a Pizza Chef or in a similar role, preferably in a well-respected fresh food establishment.
• Understand how to maintain a wood fired oven, so as to deliver a controlled cooking environment.
• Proficiency 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.

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.