Overview
We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Cleaner to help maintain hygiene and cleanliness in our busy packhouse and offices. This role is critical to ensuring the safety, efficiency, and compliance of our site, particularly in areas where food handling and packaging takes place.
You'll often work independently during off-peak hours and must be proactive, thorough, and safety-conscious in your approach.
Key Responsibilities
* Clean and sanitise packhouse floors, walls, machinery exteriors, restrooms, canteens, and staff welfare areas.
* Clean and sanitise portacabin office.
* Use appropriate cleaning agents and equipment in line with food hygiene and health & safety protocols.
* Follow daily, weekly, and shift-based cleaning schedules and checklists.
* Ensure high-traffic areas and shared spaces remain tidy, safe, and hazard-free.
* Report any equipment faults, spills, or damage to supervisors promptly.
* Maintain safe storage and usage of cleaning chemicals (COSHH awareness preferred).
* Replenish consumables like soap, sanitiser, and paper supplies.
* Record cleaning logs accurately, especially for audit and compliance purposes.
Requirements
* Previous cleaning experience essential in a food production, warehouse, or packhouse setting.
* Comfortable with lone working and working during non-standard hours (e.g., 4 AM starts).
* Understanding of basic health & safety and hygiene practices.
* Physically fit – able to work on your feet, bend, and lift during shifts.
* Good communication skills in English.
* Able to work independently and follow instructions/schedules.
* Flexible and reliable with a positive attitude.
* This job may also suit a job share or team of 2.
Desirable
* Knowledge of food hygiene or cleaning standards in a production environment
* Familiarity with cleaning logs, safety data sheets, and colour-coded cleaning systems
* Access to transport (rural location)
What We Offer
* Competitive hourly rate
* Uniform and PPE provided
* Training on-site, including health & safety and cleaning procedures
* Supportive team environment
Help us maintain a clean, safe, and productive packhouse — and be part of something essential.
To apply, please contact:
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Experience:
* Commercial cleaning: 4 years (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person