Overview
Hambleton Farms, an independent owner-run food manufacturer and multi-site retailer, is looking for a Production Operative to join the team at the production kitchen in Oakham. Our business has grown significantly over the last 18 years, and we have become a multi-award-winning operation, with an enthusiastic and dedicated team of employees working across our Production Kitchen and three (soon to be four) retail locations. Our delis feature handmade pies, cooked meats, scotch eggs, olives and charcuterie; our cheese counters stock local, national and internationally sourced cheeses; and our traditionally trained butchers serve high-quality beef, lamb, pork, poultry and game. The Production Operative will assist with the production of these handmade products for sale in our retail units.
Responsibilities
* Work in a busy, hands-on production environment.
* Follow our signature recipes to batch cook a variety of our customers' favourite products.
* Correctly package and label products for sale.
* Practice necessary due diligence – health and safety, food safety, food hygiene etc. – keeping our customers and employees safe.
Qualifications
* A passion for food
* Ability to work hard, both within a team and independently.
* Good communication skills at all levels.
* Honest, reliable and dedicated.
* Enthusiasm to learn and a hardworking attitude.
* Previous experience in a Production Assistant, Cook or Chef role would be advantageous.
* Candidates must be over 18 years old (to comply with equipment usage regulations).
What We Offer
* Location: Oakham production kitchen
* Hours: Monday – Friday, days only; 0600-1600hrs
* Salary: £13.00–£13.50 per hour (remuneration dependant on skills and experience)
* Staff in-store discount scheme
* Company pension scheme
* Death in service insurance
* Uniform and full training provided
If this sounds like the Production Operative role for you, click apply now. Full training will be provided.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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