SALARY : £40,500 per annum OTE*
HOURS : Full Time - 48 hours per week
ABOUT US
The Bell in Charlbury is a laidback yet sophisticated modern British pub settled in a 17th Century Cotswolds building. Known as a hidden gem, it offers a warm, family-friendly space that opens into a dining experience focused on quality.
With 13 beautifully appointed rooms and visually stunning food with vibrant organic seasonal ingredients from Daylesford Farm, The Bell combines comforting dishes with culinary flair . Deeply rooted in the community, it regularly hosts events and workshops in collaboration with local organisations.
Under the guidance of Nathan Walker-Unwin : an integral figure in the opening of two acclaimed Daylesford pubs, The Bell fosters a culture where every team member is valued and every guest is welcomed like family .
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Junior Sous Chef , you'll play a key role in supporting Jason Christie, Head Chef, in delivering outstanding food and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen. Working with fresh, high-quality ingredients sourced from Daylesford Organic Farm , you'll have the opportunity to be involved in menu development, help inspire and develop a talented kitchen team, and continue building your own culinary skills in a creative and supportive environment.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
Discounts: Enjoy a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one, including:
Purchase your lunch at any of our Farm shops (food to go or retail) and receive 50% off, up to the value of £20.
Shop all other products at our Farm shops and retail stores including clothing, home, garden, food and drink at 30% off, in store and online.
Visit any of our Daylesford Restaurants and receive 30% off, or any of our Pubs and received 10% off, for yourself and up to five guests.
Book any of our wellness classes, treatments , services or courses at
the Daylesford cookery school with 30% off for all employees.
Receive 60% off all Bamford skincare and 30% off apparel in-store and online.
Enjoy 40% off all bath, body & home fragrance products from both Daylesford Organic & Bamford, in store and online.
Mental Health Support : 24-hour access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Padel Discount: (Cotswolds)
Nationwide Gym Discounts: Various nationwide gym discounts available, such as PureGym and The Gym Group
Local Gym Discounts (Cotswolds Area)
Wellbeing modules: to provide practical support and advice for your wellbeing
Electric Car Scheme: (subject to criteria, following probation)
Volunteering Days : One paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice
Private Medical: Subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa
Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9 percent of your salary into your pension each month with a 4.5 percent contribution from us
Life Assurance : Cover equivalent to one year of your annual salary
Enhanced Family Leave Pay (T&C's apply)
Enhanced Company Sick Pay (T&C's apply)
Enhanced Holiday Pay (up to 33 days per annum including Bank Holidays, Pro-Rata)
Refer a Friend Scheme -Earn up to £750 when you refer a friend to work with us (T&C's apply)
Flu Jabs (optional, available twice per annum)
* The on target earning potential for this role is £40,500 per annum based on a 48-hour contract - comprising a base salary of £36,500, plus a qualified estimate of £4,000 in gratuities and service charge.
About gratuities and service charge:
Gratuities are paid on a pro rata basis. It is estimated that in 2026 full-time employees can expect to receive in the region of £4,000 in addition to their annual salary.
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