We're Not Currently Recruiting
As the UK's top specialist flour mill, we're always on the lookout for fresh talent. We might not have any opportunities at the moment, but keep an eye on this page if you're keen to work with us in the future.
Our family-run mill is over 100 years old, supplying more than 100 types of flour to bakers and businesses across Britain. Based in Shipton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, we've helped deliver fantastic milling careers in the area for eight generations (and counting).
With full training and induction provided for all new team members, you'll be fully supported from day one. Current vacancies will be advertised below when available, where you'll be able to hit the "Apply Now" button to get in touch.
Eight Generations And Counting...
Our story began in 1912, when MCF founder FWP (Frederick) Matthews built a mill on the river Evenlode. The company is led by seventh and eighth generation father and son team – Paul and Bertie Matthews – FWP Matthews’ great-great-grandson and great-great-great-grandson (respectively).
Regenerative Farming
We're at the forefront of the Regen Ag revolution. Working in close partnership with suppliers, customers and stakeholders of all sorts to promote regenerative practices in agriculture and beyond.
The Cotswold Grain Partnership
A cooperative built between local farming families and businesses. We're connected by our shared desire to collaborate directly for the benefit of all. Sharing new ideas, developing new growth opportunities, and promoting sustainability in both food sources & farming.
Milling The Nation's Finest Flour for over 100 years
Matthews Cotswold Flour is one of the UK’s oldest family-run flour mills. Grain trading and milling flour in the heart of the Cotswolds since the 1800s, MCF is proud to offer premium quality Regen, Organic and Stoneground Wholegrain flour, using grain from local farms and traditional milling techniques.
Matthews Cotswolds Flour News
Young Baker Award Winner Announced!
We’ve just announced that Thomas Hall has won the Young Baker Award for November 2024 - huge congratulations to Thomas! Matthews Cotswold Flour launched the Young Baker Programme to encourage more young people to turn their passion for home baking into a successful career in the bakery industry. The Young Baker Award has been developed in response to feedback from our pro-baker customers, indicating an ongoing shortage of good bakery staff joining the sector.
Big Win for Open Bakery!
Open Bakery, a family business that has been trading in Brighton (Kemp Town) since 2011, has just been named the South East Regional Winner in the National Bakery Awards. Already hugely popular with locals, Open Bakery now finds itself celebrated alongside the best bakers in the country!
Elaine's Top Pizza Flour For Sourdough Tips
Tips for using Cotswold Pizza Flour with Elaine Boddy's Sourdough Master Recipe -this flour has been designed to relax so that it is perfect for handling and shaping for making pizza bases, therefore it includes a flour conditioner to assist that.
Young Baker Award Winner Announced!
We’ve just announced that Thomas Hall has won the Young Baker Award for November 2024 - huge congratulations to Thomas! Matthews Cotswold Flour launched the Young Baker Programme to encourage more young people to turn their passion for home baking into a successful career in the bakery industry. The Young Baker Award has been developed in response to feedback from our pro-baker customers, indicating an ongoing shortage of good bakery staff joining the sector.
Big Win for Open Bakery!
Open Bakery, a family business that has been trading in Brighton (Kemp Town) since 2011, has just been named the South East Regional Winner in the National Bakery Awards. Already hugely popular with locals, Open Bakery now finds itself celebrated alongside the best bakers in the country!
Elaine's Top Pizza Flour For Sourdough Tips
Tips for using Cotswold Pizza Flour with Elaine Boddy's Sourdough Master Recipe -this flour has been designed to relax so that it is perfect for handling and shaping for making pizza bases, therefore it includes a flour conditioner to assist that.