Hygiene Operative Kinnerton Confectionery, Fakenham NR21 8AF Position type: Permanent Full-Time Hours: 40.25 Shift Pattern: Monday - Sunday, 4 on 4 off, 06:00 - 18:00 Pay range: £13.09 /hour (£27,397.37 salary equivalent) Breaks: 30 minutes paid and 30 minutes unpaid Closing Date: 24/11/2025 Interviews will take place week commencing 24/11/2025 Maintain high standards of cleaning and housekeeping, following all site schedules, work instructions, and mould wash procedures. Ensure segregation between clean and dirty trays/utensils; maintain cleaning equipment in good condition. Record completed cleaning activities and report incomplete tasks for corrective action. Segregate and dispose of waste, out-of-spec products, and recyclables correctly. Report food safety, pest, or environmental issues and any non-conformances to the Hygiene Coordinator. Comply with all Health & Safety, legislative, and company regulations. Follow HACCP guidelines, job-specific instructions, and training. Keep critical equipment clean, safe, and ready for operation to meet departmental KPIs. Essentials: Strong attention to detail Ability to work independently and use initiative Enthusiastic, determined, and flexible Team player with a positive attitude Highly motivated and well-organised Problem-solving skills and confident decision-making Adaptable to change and comfortable in a fast-paced environment Desirables: Previous experience in hygiene or cleaning within food manufacturing or similar environment Basic Food Hygiene, HACCP, or COSHH certification Experience working within a Hygiene Team Pension – 4% employer plus Life Assurance at 4 times salary. 20 days of annual leave, increasing to 23.5 days with service. Paycare Health Care Cash Plan – annual allowance for your dental, optical, chiropractic, counselling and much more! Salary sacrifice schemes, including cycle to work and electric car schemes. (subject to criteria). Kinnerton is far from your typical brand. Pioneering the introduction of character chocolate in the UK in 1978 under the Kinnerton Kids label, we have consistently evolved, securing our position as one of the UK's leading manufacturers of seasonal goods. Each year, we proudly craft millions of delightful advent calendars and Easter eggs, highlighting our commitment to excellence. What sets us apart is our distinct offering to customers, characterised by our nut-safe promise and unwavering dedication to product innovation. As the inventive minds behind NOMO chocolate, an award-winning and delicious free-from range, we continue to redefine the chocolate experience. Join us at Kinnerton, where innovation, quality, and a rich history blend to create an extraordinary brand experience. Kinnerton is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Your application will be reviewed as part of our selection process. If you’re shortlisted, a member of our Recruitment or HR team will contact you by phone or email (please check your junk mail). From there, if you advance, your application will be shared with the hiring manager for further review. If selected, you will be invited to an onsite interview, which will include a factory tour. Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or adjustments to be made for your interview by speaking with the Talent Acquisition team at application stage.