Join Our Team as a Warehouse Operative!
Salary: £33,687 plus an exciting range of benefits
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM (1 in 3 Saturdays), 40 hours per week
What You Need to Apply:
* Your own transport to reach our site due to limited public transport options.
* Experience driving a Reach Truck (in-house licenses are accepted).
Why Choose Brakes?
At Brakes, you can enjoy the best of both worlds! As the UK’s industry leader, we offer not just job security but also fantastic career development opportunities. Experience the warmth of our family-like atmosphere, where your hard work is recognized and rewarded.
As a Warehouse Operative / Reach Truck Driver, you’ll play a crucial role in picking and checking the quality of ambient, chilled, and frozen food items, ensuring they’re ready for our drivers to deliver. With a comprehensive induction and optional accredited training—including forklift, first aid, and HGV driving—you’ll have the tools to reach your full potential. Did you know that nearly 90% of our managers started in this role? The possibilities for growth are endless!
Your Role:
In this position, you’ll need:
* An eye for detail and a commitment to quality.
* Comfort in a cool environment (we provide a free thermal uniform to keep you cozy).
* Physical fitness to lift weights of up to 25kg.
What We Offer:
In return for your hard work, you’ll enjoy:
* Subsidised hot meals through our staff canteen.
* Heavily discounted quality food via staff sales.
* Free onsite parking.
* A pension scheme.
* Generous annual leave with the option to buy more.
* Reward, recognition, and referral schemes.
* Opportunities to participate in charitable events.
* A comprehensive health and wellbeing programme.
About Us:
Brakes is built on a passion for food and feeding the nation. As the UK’s largest foodservice supplier, we deliver top-quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our extensive distribution network to renowned pubs, restaurants, schools, caterers, care homes, and hospitals. Our dedicated team of 6,000 is proud to be part of this essential service, and we’re excited to grow even further!
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now!