Oxmoor Farm is a small farm in the Chiltern Hill and home to The Barn restaurant, serving Neapolitan-style pizzas and seasonal small plates.Driven by honest food production and transparency in the supply chain, our mission is to provide locally grown, seasonal food while minimising our environmental footprint. We prioritise ethical and regenerative farming practices, support local artisans, and strive to create a welcoming space where everyone can connect with the origins of their food.By fostering connections between our guests, local farmers, artisans and employees, we aim to cultivate a thriving, inclusive community that values transparency, respect, equality, and social responsibility.The Barn restaurant seeks to embody the rural and cosy feel of the British countryside. It is a stylish and relaxed friendly space for the local community to enjoy coffee, patisserie, a glass of wine and honest, simple but well executed food.The Ideal Candidate:We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join a small brigade of chefs. The Sous Chef supports the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operation as well as deputising in their absence. The Sous Chef takes pride in their work and enjoys assisting with the development of our food offering.Someone passionate about fresh produce and the cooking of Britain and Italy.

A natural curiosity about produce and sourcing quality ingredients

The ability to communicate the provenance of dishes and ingredients to the team and guests

You''ll get to:Enjoy some of the incredible food whilst on shift.

Learn some key hospitality skills with on-the-job training with several experienced restaurant operators.

Work in a relaxed yet focussed environment.

Meet like-minded people who

are committed to creating a dining experience that not only delights the taste buds but also respects and preserves the environment

Essential Skills:Pizza making skills; dough handling, stretching, topping and baking techniques.

Strong understanding of HACCP.

Fully conversant in stock rotation and wastage limitation.

Ability to work in a busy environment serving upwards of 100 guests a day.

Hands-on approach with strong communication skills.

Ability to adapt positively to customer and manager feedback.

Responsibilities

:To maintain positive supplier relationships.

Food Safety management and maintaining a 5 star food hygiene rating.

Directing the food preparation process and delegating tasks.

Cooking and preparing high-quality dishes.

Assisting the Head Chef in creating menu items and recipes and developing dishes.

Supervising, motivating, and working closely with other chefs of all levels.

Assisting with determining food inventory needs, stocking and ordering.

Ensuring all team members receive a nutritious staff meal each shift.

Assisting other departments and carrying out basic tasks around the business where required.

To make sure the kitchen is cleaned in line with checklists.

Ensure the team is well-presented everyday.

Being responsible for food hygiene practicesof the team.

Ensuring food quality and excellent standards are maintained for all dishes created.

Working Expectations:40-45 hours per week. Monday and Tuesday off.£30k - £35k, depending on experience.Free amazing food and drink on shift.

Christmas Day off.

Supplier trips and workshops.

Discounted food when dining in the restaurant.

Discounted Sauna rates at Ojas Sauna.

Discounted Tickets for Events across the farm.

Day off to take your child to their first day of school.

One day paid leave a year for you to contribute to charitable work.

Annual Oxmoor Farm team party and long service awards.

Qualifications in Food Safety, Health and Safety and Fire Safety.

Staff Purchase Facility; Ability to purchase a case of wine or beer at cost price through our suppliers and have it deducted from your next payslip.

Employee referral scheme paying up to £150 per referral (Subject to Terms and Conditions).

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