Job Description

Part of the Kitchen Team

Denstone Hall Farm Shop & Cafe

As a Production Cook / Baker at Denstone Hall, you're part of the skilled kitchen team behind our award-winning deli and savoury food range. You'll focus on batch production of high-quality items, sausage rolls, quiches, scotch eggs, and pies, using fresh local ingredients and beef from our own family farm.

You'll also play a creative role, helping us develop new ideas that reflect the season, support our field-to-fork ethos, and delight our customers. Flexibility is key, as the role also provides cover on the bakery team and deli counter when needed.

What You'll Lead and Support

Production Cooking & Baking

Batch produce savoury deli products to a consistent, high standard Prepare ingredients and follow production plans with care Bake off items such as pies, sausage rolls, and quiches Present and portion food attractively for sale in the shop

Food Quality & Creativity

Use beef from our own farm and locally sourced ingredients Help develop new product ideas for the season, events, or cafe Contribute to tastings, quality checks, and product launches Maintain our 'Made by Denstone' standards across all products

Kitchen & Food Safety

Follow all health and hygiene procedures (including allergens and labelling) Maintain a clean, organised workspace Support accurate storage, dating, and stock rotation Contribute to keeping a 5-star food hygiene rating

Flexibility & Teamwork

Provide support to the baking team during holidays and busy periods Cover the deli counter when required, maintaining great customer service Work closely with the wider kitchen team and cafe staff Support a calm, respectful team culture Ideally working one day at the weekend

What Success Looks Like

Consistently high-quality deli products made in-house Creative contribution to new products and seasonal ranges Flexible support across kitchen, baking, and deli teams High hygiene and food safety standards maintained A smooth, well-prepped kitchen environment with minimal waste You take pride in your craft and care about every product that leaves the kitchen

Why Join Us?

Enjoy daytime hours, giving you the perfect work-life balance.

Be part of a supportive, family-oriented team in a beautiful rural setting.

Opportunity to develop your culinary skills and contribute to a growing business.

Work with fresh, local ingredients and create exceptional, seasonal dishes.

Ready to join our team? Apply now, sending your CV and a brief cover letter to Natt at hradmin@denstonheall.co.uk or call us on: 01889 590050 to find out more. We can't wait to hear from you!

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 24 - 30 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

How many years food production/preparation experience do you have?
Work Location: In person