About us: The Bread Factory is London’s leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL’s Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we are looking for our next Hygiene Operative. As a Hygiene Operative, you will help maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety in our busy food manufacturing facility! This job is for you if you like a fast-paced environment and enjoy working in a team. Contracted hours: 45 hours – Full Time Pay: £12.25/hour Working Hours: 10am - 7pm Shift Pattern: Mon-Sun, any 5 days out of 7 Location: Hendon, London, NW9 - If you live in a 5-mile radius, this job is for you Every day is different at The Bread Factory, but here are some of the things you will be doing: Conduct regular deep cleaning. Follow the daily routine for cleaning. Follow the instructions of the Supervisor in terms of cleaning. Follow strict hygiene procedures and cleaning schedules to ensure a food-safe, spotless environment. Safely handle cleaning chemicals and operate industrial cleaning equipment (well train you!) Empty the rubbish and recycling bins Have working knowledge of the English language Our people tell us you will be a great addition to the team if you have… A keen eye for detail – nothing escapes your cleaning routine! Physical stamina to tackle a busy environment. Works well in a team Reliable, timekeeping Ability to follow instructions and hygiene procedures. Experience in food manufacturing or cleaning is a plus, but full training will be provided. What’s in it for you? Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends. 50% discount at GAIL’s and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24-hour GP service Cycle to work scheme Our Values: We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious, high-quality food. We care about nature: We’re committed to sustainability across our supply chain—from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet.