Hygiene Operative

Samworth Brothers; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Health and well-being support

Employee discount scheme

Annual pay reviews

Profit related pay

Extended leave

Free on-site parking

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Bradgate Bakery, based in Leicester, is seeking a Standard Hygiene Operative to join our production teams. You will be responsible for keeping equipment, work areas and lines clean to high hygiene standards, ensuring food safety and smooth operations on site.

The role emphasises teamwork, careful attention to detail and adherence to safety procedures. We offer an inclusive environment with opportunities for training and growth, plus benefits like pension and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and safe working procedures.
• Good literacy skills.
• Comfortable use of cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Clean work areas, production lines to the required standard.
• Follow cleaning schedules and complete hygiene tasks on time.
• Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and correctly.
• Follow safety, hygiene, and health and safety procedures at all times.
• Dispose of waste safely and keep work areas clean and organised.
• Report any damaged equipment or hygiene concerns to your Team Leader.
• Work closely with production teams to keep the site clean and ready for use.

Skills

Fast-paced work

Follow instructions

Literacy skills

Safety and hygiene

Use of cleaning equipment

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

About The Role

Would you like to join us as a Standard Hygiene Operative? You will help keep our food production areas clean, safe, and ready for use. You will clean equipment, work areas, and production lines to high hygiene standards. Your work will help protect food safety and support the production team. This is a hands-on role where teamwork, care, and attention to detail are important.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean work areas, production lines to the required standard
• Follow cleaning schedules and complete hygiene tasks on time
• Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and correctly
• Follow safety, hygiene, and health and safety procedures at all times
• Dispose of waste safely and keep work areas clean and organised
• Report any damaged equipment or hygiene concerns to your Team Leader
• Work closely with production teams to keep the site clean and ready for use

About You

We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. You’ll bring the following skills and experience:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Ability to follow instructions and safe working procedures
• Good literacy skills
• Comfortable use of cleaning equipment and chemicals
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and health and safety practices

What We Offer

We’re building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.

• Company pension scheme
• Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
• Employee discount scheme
• Experience annual pay reviews
• Profit related pay
• Opportunity for extended leave
• Free on-site parking
• Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities

About Us

Bradgate Bakery, based in Leicester, is a leading producer of high-quality chilled and ambient foods, enjoyed by millions of people across the UK every single day. From fresh flavours to trusted classics, our products help retailers deliver convenience and quality to their customers.

At Bradgate Bakery, you’re more than just an employee, you’re part of our strong family culture. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive.

Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of something special!

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We also actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that’s fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.