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This role is a 6-month fixed-term contract, working 22 hours per week, consisting of 2 full days (Tuesday, Thursday) and 2 half days (Wednesday, Friday).
Our customers are predominantly elderly, relying on our office teams to take their orders over the phone or via the internet. The goal is to provide excellent service while continuously improving efficiency.
The cold store operates at -20°C, but protective clothing will be provided, along with breaks to warm up and have hot drinks.
Reporting to the Depot Operations Manager, your responsibility is to help pack frozen orders accurately and promptly for dispatch.
£12.36 per hour from 1st January 2025 (£12.60 from 1st May 2025) + bonus + benefits.
Wiltshire Farm Foods, part of the apetito group, is the UK’s largest ready-meal supplier, delivering over 330 frozen meals across the UK, mainly to the elderly, their families, and healthcare professionals.
We are committed to making a difference in our customers' lives by providing excellent service and innovative products.
We also pride ourselves on being an ethical and sustainable organization that does the right thing.
* Ensure late incoming orders are accurately picked and placed in the correct cage for the next morning.
* Maintain customer confidentiality.
* Pick orders with zero mistakes.
* Implement and improve efficiencies.
* Assist the office team as needed.
* Report health and safety, stock, and mechanical issues.
* This list is not exhaustive but provides an overview of the role.
Essential Requirements
* Evidence of commitment and stability
* Good attendance and punctuality
* Numeracy and literacy skills
* Basic secondary education
Desirable
* Health & Safety training
Personal Qualities
* Open and honest team player
* Outgoing and flexible
* Highly motivated with a 'can do' attitude
* Willing to learn multiple tasks
* Promote teamwork and help others
Benefits include a competitive salary (Living Wage), 33 days holiday (pro-rata), option to purchase extra days, discretionary bonus, pension scheme, life assurance, Christmas vouchers, and retail discounts.
As a family-owned business, we pride ourselves on making a difference and creating outstanding meals, supporting British food and farming, and reaching Net Zero by 2040.
We are committed to inclusion and empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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