Bakery Assistant

Pukka; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates and holiday ent"

Company pension scheme

Permanent opportunities with a UK food

Discounts on Pukka products and a wide

Employee Assistance Programme and well

Full training and opportunities to de

A supportive, team-focused workplace

Job summary

Pukka, based near Leicester, is seeking Bakery Assistants to join our friendly Production Team. We offer 3 on 3 off shifts and starting pay from £12.95 to £13.39 per hour.

No previous bakery experience needed; we provide training and support to help you succeed. Join a well-loved UK food brand and help us make pies and savoury pastries enjoyed by millions.

As part of Team Pukka you’ll contribute to a safe, clean, and collaborative workplace with pension, holiday entitlement, and discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing or bakery production is useful, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, fill and assemble our famous pies.
• Work as part of a fast-paced production team.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet high standards.
• Pack products for nationwide delivery.
• Keep work areas clean and food-safe.
• Support colleagues and contribute to a great team atmosphere.

Skills

Hands-on work

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Safety awareness

Job description

Bakery Assistant

3 on 3 off Shift Pattern
06:00-18:00, 06:30-18:30 or 09:00-21:00

£12.95/hour to £13.39/hour starting pay

Be part of something Iconic!

At Pukka, we've been bringing great-tasting pies and savoury pastries to families across the UK for generations. From our bakery near Leicester, we're proud to create products that have become a much-loved part of British food culture.

We're currently looking for Bakery Assistants to join our friendly Production Team. If you enjoy working as part of a team, take pride in doing a good job, and want to be part of a business with a strong reputation and great people, we'd love to hear from you.

No previous bakery experience? No problem.

We'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay rates and holiday entitlement
• Company pension scheme
• Permanent opportunities with a successful UK food manufacturer
• Discounts on Pukka products and a range of retailer discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Full training and opportunities to develop new skills
• A supportive, team-focused workplace
• The chance to help make products enjoyed by millions of people across the UK

What You'll Be Doing

Working as part of our production team, you'll play an important role in creating the pies and savoury products that have made Pukka a household name.

• Preparing, filling and assembling our famous pies
• Working as part of a fast-paced production team
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure products meet our high standards
• Packing products ready to be delivered nationwide
• Keeping work areas clean and food-safe
• Supporting your colleagues and contributing to a great team atmosphere

What We're Looking For

You'll be a great fit if you:

• We're looking for people who:
• Enjoy practical, hands-on work
• Work well as part of a team
• Take pride in producing quality products
• Are reliable and dependable
• Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Follow instructions and work safely

Experience in food manufacturing or bakery production is useful, but not essential. What matters most is your attitude, reliability and willingness to get stuck in.

Join Team Pukka

Every pie starts with the people behind it.

If you're looking for a role where your contribution makes a real difference, and want to be part of an iconic British food brand, we'd love to welcome you to Team Pukka.

Pukka is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to be themselves. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences