Despatch Operative - 40 Hours

Wm. Stephen (Bakers) Ltd.; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned bakery company in Dunfermline is seeking a Despatch Operative to assist in packing and quality checks of products. The role requires attention to detail and offers a competitive salary of £14.07 per hour along with various benefits like free lunches and discounts. Full training is provided for the right candidate.

Benefits

Free products during shifts

Referral bonuses

20% off products on days off

Free counselling services

Discounts at over 1,000 retailers

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a Bakery environment is advantageous but not essential.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Packing and picking savoury products and bread rolls.
• Inspecting products to ensure high quality and legal compliance.
• Reading order lists and counting products.
• Carrying out cleaning duties in the Bakery.
• Lifting and bending to place completed products for delivery.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic numeracy skills

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

As a Despatch Operative, you will assist in the fulfilment of orders of our award-winning products, ensuring the highest standards of food safety, output, quality, hygiene and health & safety.

Position:

Despatch Operative

Hours:

40 Hours per week, 5 days over 7 (Monday to Sunday inclusive) starting times do vary, can be anytime from 7PM - 11PM

Pay:

from £14.07 per hour

What You’ll Be Doing

• Packing and picking savoury products and bread rolls.
• Inspecting products to ensure high quality and legal compliance.
• Reading order lists and counting products.
• Carrying out cleaning duties in the Bakery and packaging area ensuring a high standard of hygiene/sanitation.
• Lifting and bending, placing and stacking completed products in the correct area for delivery drivers.

What We’re Looking For:

Previous experience within a Bakery environment would be advantageous but is not essential as full training will be provided. The successful candidate will have good basic numeracy skills, good attention to detail, will be good at following instructions and be good at working under pressure to tight deadlines.

What You’ll Get in Return

• Competitive Salary: £14.07 per hour with an increase after probation period
• Lunch is on us! We offer free products to our teams on shift
• Presents for our team at special moments (Christmas, Length of Service & Weddings)
• Know someone great? Our staff referral scheme offers the potential to earn £150 each!
• Popping in for a bite on your day off? You’ll get 20% off our products across all of our shops
• Free Counselling for mental health, money, legal or work matters
• Discounts at over 1,000 high street and online retailers such as Asda, Aldi, cinemas, holidays, etc.
• Career development your sort of thing? We love to develop our teams to be the best versions of themselves which is why we like to offer job opportunities to our existing team.

Why Join Stephens Bakery?

At Stephens Bakery, we’re not just baking — we’re baking history. As a proud 4th generation family business with over 150 years of heritage, we combine the best of traditional craft with a bold, modern vision for the future. We’re known for pushing boundaries. From launching the first‑ever bakery Jiffy Van and standalone bakery drive‑thru, to pioneering partnerships with Coop, Scotmid, Morrisons, and independent retailers, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. But while we embrace new ideas, our roots remain firmly in quality, tradition, and community. We stay true to the art of baking with time‑honoured techniques and the finest locally sourced ingredients. This commitment to excellence is why we’ve been crowned: Scottish Craft Bakery of the Year, UK Craft Bakery Business of the Year (2021), Home to Scotland’s Favourite Morning Roll, Steak Bridie, and Double Biscuit. At Stephens, you’re not just joining a business — you’re becoming part of a legacy that’s proud of its past and passionate about its future.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re excited about what we do and think you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. Here’s what to expect:

1. Apply Now – Submit your application below.
2. Quick Chat – If shortlisted, we’ll start with a casual telephone interview.
3. Meet Us In Person – We’ll invite you in for a relaxed face‑to‑face interview.
4. Try It Out – Experience the role with a paid work trial.

We aim to complete the process in around 2 weeks, but we’re happy to work around notice periods where needed.