THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP
OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING
AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.
We are looking for a Pastry Chef to work within our award-winning, organically-certified Patisserie production unit. The kitchen is located on our Cotswolds Farm in Gloucestershire, and the Bakery building in which it is housed also contains our very own Creamery.
About The Role
The Pastry Chef will be providing a shining example to other Production Assistants, Supervisors in producing a consistent, safe and high-quality product, through: careful recipe-management, skilled mixing techniques, excellent baking skill, and sophisticated finishing/decorating/tempering/glazing, and will support the Patisserie department's managers in ensuring that all targets are met relating to the accurate fulfilment of orders, gaining industry recognition for the standard and innovation of Daylesford Organic Patisserie products, and meeting budgetary goals.
SALARY: £13.07 Per Hour
Weekly pay planned from October 2025
HOURS: 40 hours per week
Monday - Friday, /
Working every third Saturday
Responsibilities
* Contribute to the production of award-winning, market-leading organic cakes, biscuits, puddings and other Patisserie items.
* Guarantee a consistently high-quality product, including the implementation of a continuous improvement programme.
* Have direct involvement in the production of all Patisserie products, leading by example in delivering their expert execution.
OPERATIONS
* Ensure that all ingredients are prepared, weighed and measured ready for production
* Ensure that mixing, baking and finishing of all products occurs accurately according to their specification
* Be fully competent, and have full involvement, in all areas of the Patisserie operation, from the intake of ingredients through to the packing and dispatch of finished goods
* Maintain a safe workplace for both staff and customers, ensuring that we are fully compliant with H&S regulations
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.
Bamford Collection is a group of consciously minded lifestyle brands committed to nourishing and nurturing people and planet.