General Assistant - Food Production (Aviation) - Braintree

First Call Contract Services, Ltd.

Braintree

On-site

GBP 25,200 - 30,800

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided
Dynamic and supportive working environment
Temp-to-perm opportunity

Job summary

First Call Contract Services, Ltd. is seeking a General Assistant for its food production and aviation catering operation in the Braintree area. This role offers a pay rate of £14.41 per hour with a consistent shift pattern of 5 days on and 3 days off.

Successful candidates will be required to maintain high standards of food safety and support various operational activities. Flexibility, a reliable attitude, and a team-oriented approach are essential. This is a temp-to-perm position with full training provided.

Qualifications

  • Must pass aviation security clearance checks including employment and address history referencing.
  • Comfortable working with both Halal and Non-Halal food products.

Responsibilities

  • Preparing and packing airline food products.
  • Working on production lines including food assembly and packing.
  • Supporting warehouse functions and maintaining hygiene standards.
  • Handling stock and following company procedures.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Good attention to detail
Reliable and team-oriented attitude
Flexible approach to duties

Job description

General Assistant – Food Production & Aviation Catering – Braintree Area

£14.41 per Hour | Temp to Perm Opportunity

Are you looking for a rewarding role within the aviation catering industry?

We are recruiting General Assistants to join a busy food production and aviation catering operation in the Braintree area.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term employment with the potential to become permanent.

Shift Pattern

5 Days On / 3 Days Off
07:00 AM Start

Pay Rate

£14.41 per hour

Start Date

Successful candidates can start once all employment references and background checks have been completed.

Your Role

This position requires flexibility to work across multiple departments based on operational requirements, including:

  • Wash & Pack
  • Make & Pack
  • Pick & Pack
  • Stores
Key Responsibilities
  • Preparing and packing airline food products
  • Working on production lines, including food assembly, packing and washing operations
  • Supporting warehouse and stores functions
  • Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and quality
  • Handling stock, materials and equipment as required
  • Following company procedures and aviation industry standards
What We’re Looking For
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Good attention to detail
  • Reliable and team-oriented attitude
  • Flexible approach to duties and departmental requirements
  • Previous experience in warehouse, food production or catering is advantageous but not essential
Essential Requirements

Must be able to pass aviation security clearance checks, including:

  • 5 years’ employment and/or address history referencing
  • Right to Work checks

Candidates must be comfortable working with both Halal and Non-Halal food products.

What We Offer
  • £14.41 per hour
  • Consistent 5-on / 3-off shift pattern
  • Full training provided
  • Temp-to-perm opportunity
  • Dynamic and supportive working environment
  • Opportunity to work within the exciting aviation catering sector
Apply now and take the next step in your career with a leading aviation catering operation in the Braintree area!
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