Pick and Packer

The Best Connection; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of airline catering services is seeking a Pick and Packer at Gatwick Airport. In this fast-paced role, you will sort, pack, and prepare in-flight meals and equipment. Key responsibilities include managing stock levels and ensuring quality checks. This position offers a competitive wage starting at £12.50 per hour, with numerous benefits such as free meals and opportunities for training and career progression. If you are reliable, enjoy team environments, and are ready to learn, apply now!

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Free meals and drinks during shifts

Full uniform and PPE provided

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be able to manage a fast-paced working environment.
• Comfortable with basic equipment usage.
• Able to follow instructions accurately and safely.

Responsibilities

• Sort, assemble, pack, and position aircraft equipment.
• Check stock levels and ensure readiness for use.
• Unload incoming trolleys and prepare food tray sets.

Skills

Reliable and punctual

Comfortable in busy environments

Able to lift items safely

Team player

Willing to learn

Job description

Pick and Packer – Gatwick Airport

Location: Perimeter Road, Crawley

Ready for a new opportunity? Join The Best Connection and step into the fast-moving Pick and Packer position that offers the chance to work with the world's largest independent provider of airline catering services. You'll be part of a dedicated team within the manufacturing and production environment, helping ensure in-flight meals and equipment are prepared accurately, safely, and on time for operations at Gatwick Airport.

Key Responsibilities

• Sort, assemble, pack, and position aircraft and airport equipment
• Strip and process airline trolleys and deliver items to the correct departments
• Offload and sort equipment and food, ensuring items reach the appropriate processing areas
• Prepare food tray sets while carrying out temperature and quality checks
• Check stock levels and flight trolleys to ensure readiness for use
• Unload incoming trolleys from flights in preparation for cleaning
• Seal flight canisters and trolleys, accurately recording seal numbers

Pay & Working Hours

• £12.50 per hour
• Overtime: £18.75 | Bank Holidays: £25.00
• Shift patterns: 06:00-15:00
• Rotas available: 5 days on / 3 days off or 4 days on / 2 days off
  (flexibility required for either rota)
• Ongoing role with the opportunity to become permanent
• Start as soon as airport clearance is completed at Gatwick Airport

Benefits working as a Pick and Packer

• Free on-site parking
• Free hot meals and drinks during shifts
• Full uniform and PPE provided
• Supportive management and a friendly, multicultural team
• Training and progression opportunities within the manufacturing and production sector

We Are Interested in You If You Are:

• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Comfortable working on your feet in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Confident using basic equipment
• Able to lift and move items safely when required
• A positive team player with a can-do attitude
• Willing to learn and develop new skills

APPLY NOW FOR PICKER AND PACKER!

Please note: Due to the nature of our business, we are regulated by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), therefore it is compulsory for all applicants to provide or be willing to obtain the following:

• Apply for a Criminal Record Check (Paid for by us!)
• Have a full 5-year checkable history (Obtained for you by us!)
• Have an in date and valid Photo ID (Passport, Driving Licence, ID Card etc)
• Provide a full 5-year address history
• Attend an Aviation Security Course (Paid for by us!)