* No Split shifts / No Evening Shifts *
About us
Farrington’s Farm is a family-run farm shop set on a stunning 400-acre working farm in the heart of Somerset. We’re passionate about fresh, local produce and creating a welcoming experience for every customer.
Alongside our farm shop, we also have a café, playbarn, outdoor farm park and host popular seasonal events, including our well-known Pumpkin Festival.
As a destination venue, we're known in the local area for our fantastic farmhouse breakfasts, afternoon teas and seasonal lunches, as well as Sunday Roasts through the winter & spring. We're looking for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to join our kitchen team in order to continue delivering excellent food to our customers.
Our busy Cafe is open seven days a week, with kitchen shifts taking place generally between 7am-5pm throughout the year.
The role
As a Café Cook, you'll work under our Head Chef and wider kitchen team, preparing and serving a range of fresh café dishes. The role is primarily focused on preparing items like sandwiches, salads and other freshly prepared items, while also supporting the wider kitchen as required. You'll help maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness and organisation, ensuring every customer enjoys a great dining experience.
Your line manager is the Head Chef.
The successful applicant will be flexible and available to work approximately 4/5 shifts per week (32-40 hours), with shifts scheduled across Monday to Sunday. Shifts will typically fall between 7am and 5pm.
You’ll be working in a beautiful rural setting with a supportive, friendly team and a strong connection to local food and community.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and assemble a range of fresh café dishes.
- Support the Head Chef and wider kitchen team with food preparation and service during busy periods
- Ensure all dishes are presented consistently and to our standards.
- Maintain excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and organisation throughout the kitchen.
- Assist with stock rotation, storage and basic stock checks.
- Help minimise food waste through careful preparation and portion control.
- Follow recipes and preparation methods provided by the Head Chef.
- Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth day-to-day service.
- Assist with menu changes and seasonal specials when required.
Requirements
- Previous experience preparing food in a commercial kitchen, café or similar hospitality environment
- Basic Food Safety training (Level 2 Food hygiene certificate beneficial but training will be provided)
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Due to our location, use of your own vehicle is necessary or access to public transport to Farrington Gurney.
Benefits
- 4-5 days a week including weekends
- Occasional holiday cover may be required
- Working within a friendly team
- Sociable hours with no split shifts or evening shifts
- 29 days holiday for full time employees (inc. bank holidays)
- 20% discount across site (including in farm shop and soft play)
- 50% off food and drink in cafe on shift
Immediate start available
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
