Food Production Operative

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of work: Full time between the hours of 6.30am – 4.00pm (includes Sunday)

Salary: Competitive

Start date: Monday 17th April 2023

Based at our state-of-the-art distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplier and distributor to over 600 SPAR stores.

We are proud to be one of the biggest employers in Lancashire with over 3000 colleagues who represent our core values of passion, enterprise and family every single day.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals, who have an interest in food preparation and a keen eye for detail, to be part of a team of Food Production Operatives who will play a key role in launching our brand-new range of high-quality ready meals.

Based at our modern distribution centre in Preston, you will be instrumental in the creation of high-quality meals which will be prepared, packed and sent out to our SPAR stores across the north of England.

As a Food Production Operative, you will support the Production Manager with preparing and cooking food in line with our high standards. You will help to maintain a safe and clean environment whilst adhering to Health & Safety and Food Hygiene requirements. Full training will be provided so do not hesitate to apply!

This really is an exciting project where you will be involved from the very beginning and gain a real insight into the production of our brand new products.

There will be opportunities to develop within your role so we need you to demonstrate your passion and reliability at the interview. A background in food production or preparation would of course be an advantage, but really this is about finding those individuals who want to be part of something new and take on the responsibility of producing food to the highest possible standards.

James Hall & Co. Ltd. have one simple vison: to still be in business in another 150 years!

To make this vision possible we need the best people to join us on our journey. We are a family company, and we believe that if we look after our people, they will look after us.

Here are some of the benefits that you can take advantage of as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd.

Loyalty Award – from your first day of working you will be eligible for our loyalty award. Simply put, you will receive an additional amount of money for every hour you work that increases with length of service. On the anniversary of your start date, you will receive this money as a lump sum!

Company Doctor - We care about the health and wellbeing of our people. That is why you will have access to our company doctor with the ability to book appointments directly.

Free On-site Parking - You don’t have to worry about paying for parking or getting from your car to the office as our site boasts a secure car park with over 1000 spaces.

Subsidised Canteen – We know how hard our people work so when hunger strikes, we have an excellent on-site canteen that offers a wide range of freshly cooked meals, salads, sandwiches and confectionary plus free tea and coffee.

Learning & Development – We want all our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised qualifications.

Grocery Aid – We understand the importance of mental health. We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other fantastic services to support you when you need it.

We also offer staff discount, cycle to work scheme, company sick pay, bereavement pay, enhanced pension scheme and our famous Christmas Hamper!