Food Production Operator — Plating & Quality Assurance

Compass Group PLC; Charlesworth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast and lunch on shift

Free on-site parking

Perks at Work discounts

Career development opportunities

Company pension scheme

Healthcare benefits and Digital GP

Job summary

Compass Group UK & Ireland – Cuisine Centre invites applications for a Production Operative to help prepare and assemble plated meals in a fast-paced environment. You will weigh ingredients accurately, follow recipes, and support daily production targets while upholding high hygiene and safety standards.

We offer a 40-hour week (Mon-Fri, 07:00–15:30) with flexibility and occasional overtime. Benefits include free meals on shift, parking, and career development opportunities within the UK’s

Qualifications

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong time-management skills.
• Flexible and proactive approach.
• Positive, can-do attitude and strong team player.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and quality standards.
• Previous experience in food production or raw material handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble plated meals in line with production plans and recipes.
• Accurately weigh ingredients while maintaining GMP, quality, and food safety standards.
• Support the achievement of daily production targets.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene by completing cleaning schedules and using the correct chemicals.
• Follow all Health & Safety, Food Safety, COSHH, and PPE requirements.
• Minimise waste and dispose of it correctly in line with company procedures.
• Report quality or production issues promptly to the Production Manager or QA Team.
• Work flexibly across the production operation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Numeracy

Literacy

Time management

Team player

Proactive

Job description

Compass Group UK & Ireland – Cuisine Centre invites applications for a Production Operative to help prepare and assemble plated meals in a fast-paced environment. You will weigh ingredients accurately, follow recipes, and support daily production targets while upholding high hygiene and safety standards.

We offer a 40-hour week (Mon-Fri, 07:00–15:30) with flexibility and occasional overtime. Benefits include free meals on shift, parking, and career development opportunities within the UK’s