Full job descriptionFood Production Operative /Recipes MixerLee Mill, near Plymouth | £12.71 per hour | 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Wednesday, 8am-7pm & Thursday, 8am-4pm | Temporary to Permanent
IntroductionAcorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of a modern and busy food manufacturing business in the Plymouth area for an experienced Production Cook / Food Production Operative to join their team on a temporary-to-permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Food Production Operative, Batch Cook Operative, Food Manufacturing Operative, Food Processing Operative, or Industrial Cook looking to join a well-established food manufacturer offering consistent weekday hours and long-term career prospects.
You must have previous production or food manufacturing experience to be considered for this position. Due to the location, applicants with their own transport are preferred.
What We Offer*£12.71 per hour.
*37.5 hours per week.
*Temporary-to-permanent opportunity.
*Monday to Wednesday, 8am-7pm, and Thursday, 8am-4pm.
*Consistent weekday working pattern.
*Opportunity to work within a modern food manufacturing environment.
*Supportive team environment.
*Long-term career opportunity with a growing business.
Key Duties*Prepare batch-cooked food products and large-scale recipes according to production schedules and build guides.
*Operate commercial food production equipment including grills, fryers, mixers, and batch cookers.
*Ensure consistent product quality, including taste, portion size, ingredient specification, and presentation.
*Follow strict food safety standards, including HACCP guidelines and temperature control procedures.
*Maintain accurate batch labelling and product traceability.
*Monitor raw materials and assist with stock control and weekly stock takes.
*Restock ingredients and support inventory management within the production area.
*Carry out end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation, and hygiene procedures.
*Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant food production environment.
Requirements*Previous experience as a Production Cook, Food Production Operative, Batch Cook Operative, Catering Operative, Food Manufacturing Operative, or similar role is essential.
*Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and production instructions.
*Good understanding of food safety standards
*Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks, including lifting heavy items.
*Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced production environment.
*Commitment to maintaining high hygiene and safety standards.
*Own transport is preferred due to the location.
Interested?If you’re an experienced Production Cook, Food Production Operative, Batch Cook Operative, Food Manufacturing Operative, Catering Operative, Kitchen Operative, Industrial Cook, or Food Processing Operative looking for your next opportunity near Plymouth or Lee Mill, apply today with your up-to-date CV.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.