Patisserie Production Assistant

Daylesford Organic; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the organic food sector is seeking a Patisserie Production Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role involves working in a vibrant production kitchen, focusing on packaging high-quality organic products for retail and wholesale customers. You'll be part of a mission-driven company that values sustainability and aims to make a positive impact on the planet. With a commitment to excellence, you'll execute food packaging tasks while adhering to organic standards, ensuring that every product meets the highest quality. If you're passionate about food and sustainability, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause.

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Volunteering Days

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Mental Health Support

Qualifications

• Experience in food packaging and production is essential.
• Ability to adhere to organic standards and company specifications.

Responsibilities

• Execute food packaging tasks efficiently and professionally.
• Ensure compliance with organic standards and cleaning protocols.
• Minimize waste and support sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Food Packaging

Adherence to Organic Standards

Team Communication

Time Management

Waste Minimization

Job description

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUPOF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHINGAND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.

About The Role

The Patisserie Production Assistant will be working in the Patisserie production kitchen 3 days per week, packaging the in-house produced Crackers, Nuts and Beans (and other seasonal items where necessary) to meet the demand of our discerning Retail and Wholesale customers.

HOURS: 24H - Monday- Wednesday working pattern (8-hour shifts falling between the working hours of 5:00 and 17:00).

Responsibilities

1. Execute and prepare all products as per company specifications; handle and treat the food as if it were your own.
2. Execute all food packaging in a timely and professional manner.
3. Adhere to the organic standards as set out by the Soil Association.
4. Contribute to the award-winning standard of all Daylesford Organic products.
5. Ensure that all packaging items are well organised, in full supply, and ready for each day’s production plan.
6. Ensure cleaning rotas are adhered to at all times.
7. Ensure rubbish is separated into correct recycling bins and is removed from site throughout, as well as at the end of, shift.
8. Complete all packaging tasks efficiently within the timeframe given.
9. Work safely and efficiently to ensure that all daily orders are completed above the required fulfilment rate.
10. Minimise wastage levels as much as possible.
11. Comply with the production unit’s internal and external audit requirements.
12. Aid the Production Unit Manager in the fulfilment of the production unit’s annual financial/budgetary targets.
13. Participate in effective communication amongst the team regarding any changes to recipes, packaging specifications, procedures and/or operational needs, and amongst the company and other customers regarding any quality issues/shortages in the required timescale.
14. Bring our purpose to life by driving meaningful social and environmental improvements, contributing to our journey as a B Corp, and aligning with our sustainability vision.
15. Inspire and empower our customers, suppliers, and partners to live and work more consciously, creating a lasting positive impact on the world.

Perks & Benefits

1. Discounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day 1.
2. Volunteering Days: Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of their choice.
3. Private Medical: We offer subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.
4. Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we contribute up to 4.5%.
5. Life Assurance: We offer life assurance cover, equivalent of up to a year of your annual salary.
6. Mental Health Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24-hour support, seven days a week.

Bamford Collection is a group of consciously minded lifestyle brands committed to nourishing and nurturing people and planet.