THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP
OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING
AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.
SALARY: £32,760 per annum
Weekly pay planned from October 2025.
HOURS: 45 hour per week, 5 x 9-hour shifts, starts at 05.00 or 07.00
About The Role
Join the heart of our culinary craft at
Daylesford Organic Farm
, where food is made with integrity, care, and a deep respect for nature. We're looking for a
Production Chef
to be part of our Black Barn Production Kitchen Team, preparing and cooking our award-winning range of organic soups, meals, and broths.
This is a unique opportunity to work in a high-volume, artisanal kitchen that produces up to
30,000 hand-cooked units per week
, using only the finest organic ingredients, many grown on our farm, with meat supplied by our own abattoir.
You'll be part of a team that values craftsmanship, sustainability, and wellbeing, working in a beautiful countryside setting with access to fresh, organic produce and a supportive, purpose-driven culture.
Responsibilities
* Carry out all food preparation in a timely and professional manner and ensuring that all ingredients are prepared, weighed and measured ready for production.
* Prepare a diverse range of organic dishes following recipes with precision and care, consistently delivering exceptional quality and presentation in every batch.
* Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene
* Work collaboratively with the production team to meet daily output targets above are met for the required fulfilment rate (98%)
* Communicate effectively with other departments, including Distribution, Technical and Buying Teams.
* Support innovation and seasonal menu development when required
* Assist with stock rotation and ingredient traceability
* Observing a clean-as-you-go policy and completing the required cleaning rotas
* Keeping detailed records in order to fulfil the business's due diligence and traceability requirements
* Participating in the effective communication amongst the team regarding any changes to recipes, procedures and/or operational needs, and amongst the company and other customers regarding any quality issues/shortages in the required timescale.
* 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.
* Act as a role model for sustainability and quality in food production.
Skills You Will Bring
* A love or food, skilled in preparing large volumes while maintaining quality, a precision in measuring, prepping, and presenting hand-cooked products.
* A strong eye for detail to ensure accuracy and precision with ability to follow standardised recipes with accuracy and consistency.
* A good understanding of food safety and health & safety requirements with a familiarity with HACCP, SALSA, and Soil Association standards.
* The ability to work independently following existing processes and recipes/specifications.
* A positive attitude representing Daylesford's values with pride and professionalism
* A passion for learning to engage in ongoing learning and development initiatives.
* PERKS & BENEFITS
* Discounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one.
* 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.
Bamford Collection is a group of consciously minded lifestyle brands committed to nourishing and nurturing people and planet.