Food Operative

We are currently recruiting for reliable and hardworking Food Operatives to join our client in a busy food production environment. This is a genuine temp-to-perm opportunity, offering the chance to secure a permanent…

Pay rate £12.71/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 4 September 2026

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About this contract

We are currently recruiting for reliable and hardworking Food Operatives to join our client in a busy food production environment.

This is a genuine temp-to-perm opportunity, offering the chance to secure a permanent position for the right candidates.

The Role

Working 3:00am to 11:00am, you will work 5 days out of 6, with every Sunday off. The role will include working most Fridays as part of the normal working rota.

Key Duties

* Chopping and peeling vegetables

* Weighing and preparing produce accurately

* Carrying out basic food preparation

* Maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness

* Following food safety and hygiene procedures

* Keeping the work area clean and tidy

* Working efficiently as part of a team

* Completing other general food production duties as required

Working Environment

This is a damp and refrigerated working environment, so applicants must be comfortable working in cool temperatures and wearing the appropriate protective clothing for the duration of their shift.

What We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate will be:

* Reliable and punctual

* Comfortable with a 3:00am start

* Hardworking and able to work at a good pace

* Comfortable carrying out repetitive food preparation tasks

* Able to follow instructions and food hygiene procedures

* A good team player

* Comfortable working in a damp and refrigerated environment

Previous food production experience is an advantage, but full training can be provided for the right person.

What We Offer

* £12.71 per hour

* 3:00am – 11:00am shifts

* 5 days out of 6

* Every Sunday off

* Genuine temp-to-perm opportunity

* Full training provided

* Opportunity to secure a permanent position

If you're reliable, hardworking and looking for a genuine opportunity to move into a permanent role, apply today

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