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On-site in Leicester·Added today (last checked 10 Nov)
Samworth Brothers
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Our summary
- Salary
- £598.70 a week
- Work mode
- On-site, Leicester
- Contract
- Permanent
- Closing date
- Apply by Tuesday 24 November
Skills
Samworth Brothers is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Leicester.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
£598.70 per week
The role
Would you like to join us as a Preparation Operative? You will work as part of the Preparation team. You will help prepare and handle ingredients and products for the production lines. You will work in a chilled area and follow set processes to make sure ingredients are prepared safely and to the right quality standard. Teamwork, food safety, and attention to detail are key parts of the role. The role is labour intensive and involves a lot of manual handling.
What you'll do
- Prepare ingredients for production
- Collect ingredients and materials from the correct storage areas
- Follow recipes, work instructions, and set processes
- Weigh and prepare ingredients to the correct specification
- Move ingredients and products safely around the Prep area
- Load and unload trays, containers, and equipment as needed
- Complete paperwork and records clearly and accurately when needed
- Follow strict rules of stock rotation, food safety, hygiene and health and safety rules
- Support other tasks in the Preparation area when needed
About You
We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. You’ll bring the following skills and experience:
- Experience in food production would be an advantage
- Experience working in a chilled or cold environment would be useful
- Able to follow recipes, instructions, and set processes
- Comfortable working with food products and production equipment
- Able to handle heavy loads
What We Offer
We’re building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.
Company pension scheme
Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
Employee discount scheme
Experience annual pay reviews
Profit related pay
Opportunity for extended leave
Free on-site parking
Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities
About Samworth Brothers
- Industry
- Food and Beverage
In their own words
About the company & team
Located in Leicester Forest East, Saladworks is proud to produce a wide range of high-quality chilled ready meals for some of the UK’s leading retailers. Every dish we create reflects our commitment to taste, freshness, and innovation.
At Saladworks, you’re not just an employee, you’re part of our strong family culture. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive.
Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of something special!
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We also actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that’s fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.
Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gangmasters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you are in any doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative.
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