Daylesford Stays
Chef de Partie, The Fox
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Chef de Partie, The Fox
Chef de Partie – Daylesford Stays (The Fox, Lower Oddington)
Daylesford Stays – a part of The Bamford Collection.
We provide experiences that embrace luxury escapism: understated elegance, indulgence and nurture.
Location: The Fox in Lower Oddington (Cotswolds)
EARNINGS: £38,337.50 per annum OTE* *Hourly via 48-hour contract (base: £34,337.50 + c.£4,000 gratuities/service charge, c.£4k annual intermode 2026 for full-timers)
About Us
The Fox is a classic Cotswolds pub with a modern, funky twist. Renowned for its legendary Thursday pizza & DJ nights, live music, and an inclusive, vibrant atmosphere, it’s a premier destination where locals and guests alike unwind—open to all, loved by many.
Famed for its top-quality, organic produce (sourced from local Daylesford farms), its food balances fresh flavour and familiarity, rooted in a farm-to-fork ethos. The team—laidback yet wildly professional—creates a stylish yet relaxed environment where guests feel at home and staff love working.
About The Role
As a Chef de Partie, you’ll be a vital cog in our Culinary team, elevating dishes with passion, precision, and creativity. This isn’t just about cookery—it’s about guiding juniors, honing skills, and crafting seasonal, sustainable dishes that blend classical techniques with modern flair.
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We’re sourcing our freshest ingredients direct from Daylesford Farm—your dishes will reflect this quality, pensions scheme. Proportionate 4.5% match. Further 10% instigation (if eligible). Mental health support and clearance arranged should partnership rank competitive.
Required:
- Experience in fresh food kitchens, preferably in fine dining or restaurant environments
- A genuine passion for seasonal, sustainable ingredients and culinary craftsmanship
- Reliability under pressure – calm, proactive, and unflustered
- Precision, organisation, and consistency in execution and presentation
- Ability to mentor junior chefs while collaborating seamlessly as part of a team
- Curiosity for culinary trends, tempered by a rock-solid foundation in classical techniques
Your Responsibilities
- Execute every dish to menu standards with flawless consistency
- Ensure your station/section is optimised and fully prepared for service
- Foster hassle-free, professional service flow—efficient yet collective
- Empower junior chefs through knowledge-sharing and constructive feedback
- Uphold luxury standards in hygiene, organisation, and compliance
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Perks and Benefits
Incentives and Support:
- Discounts on **Daylesford products, dining & experiences, treatments—**from day one
- One paid volunteering day per year to support a charity of your choice
- Private medical insurance (via Bupa) – subsidised in full
- Life assurance: equivalent to 1-year salary
- Mental health support: 24/7 access via Employee Assistance Programme
Financial Perks:
- Pension scheme: Contribute up to 9%; Bamford matches 4.5%
- Hourly rather than salary: On-target earnings based on 48-hour unit (due to hospitality’s hybrid pay = *c.£4,000+ annual bonuses in-3/4 annual fees—Mgmt Est. 2026)
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