Hygiene Operative (Nights)

Compleat Food Group; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Compleat Food Group in Clitheroe is hiring a Hygiene Operative for night shifts from 22:00 to 02:00, 5 out of 7 days. You will maintain high standards of cleanliness, operate jet washing and cleaning equipment, and help ensure food safety on the production floor.

Full training is provided, and the role offers progression within a supportive team focused on quality and food safety in a busy bakery/food production environment.

Qualifications

• Has experience in food hygiene (a bonus, not essential - we'll train you!)
• Enthusiastic, dependable, and proactive
• Isn't afraid to get stuck in and work hard
• Has a flexible mindset and can adapt to different cleaning challenges
• Takes pride in doing a job thoroughly and safely

Responsibilities

• Jet washing equipment, scrubbing down the production floor, you'll be ensuring every inch of our factory is spotless and food-safe.
• You’ll use top-grade cleaning products and equipment
• Stick to gold-standard hygiene procedures
• Work as part of a close-knit team keeping everything spick and span
• Play a key role in food safety and production excellence
• Be the reason our factory runs smoothly and our customers stay happy!
• Own your shift's performance, ensuring accurate reporting, team briefings, and equipment checks

Skills

Food hygiene experience

Job description

We're Hiring: Hygiene Operative needed!

Location:

The Compleat Food Group, Lincoln Way, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1QD

Shift Pattern:

22:00 - 02:00 (5 OUT OF 7 DAYS)

Pay:

£15.43 p/h to increase to - £16.23 p/h after training (£24,075.38, once fully competent salary may increase to £25,321.50)

We are on the lookout for a Hygiene Operatives to join our dynamic team. If you're passionate about cleanliness, love a hands-on role, and take pride in doing a job that really matters, we want to hear from you!

About The Compleat Food Group

At The Compleat Food Group, we're proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we're on a mission to create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat. We're home to some of the UK's most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall's Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we're a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK's major retailers, as well as across foodservice. With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we're united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

Your Role:

• Jet washing equipment, scrubbing down the production floor, you'll be ensuring every inch of our factory is spotless and food-safe.
• You’ll use top-grade cleaning products and equipment
• Stick to gold-standard hygiene procedures
• Work as part of a close-knit team keeping everything spick and span
• Play a key role in food safety and production excellence
• Be the reason our factory runs smoothly and our customers stay happy!
• Own your shift's performance, ensuring accurate reporting, team briefings, and equipment checks

What We're Looking For:

• Has experience in food hygiene (a bonus, not essential - we'll train you!)
• Is enthusiastic, dependable, and proactive,
• Isn't afraid to get stuck in and work hard
• Has a flexible mindset and can adapt to different cleaning challenges
• Takes pride in doing a job thoroughly and safely

Why Join Us?

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

• Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 29 days' annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
• Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points - available at selected sites

Health & Wellbeing

• 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid

Career Growth & Development

• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups - including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity's employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.