Preparation Team Member - 4 on 4 off (Days)

Bighams Limited; Wells; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

28 days leave

Quarterly bonus

Free meals

Retail discounts

Life Assurance

Canteen subsidy

Job summary

Bigham’s in Wells is seeking a Preparation Team Member for a 4 on 4 off days schedule. You will hand-cut ingredients, prepare according to specs, and maintain a clean, hygienic workspace in a busy kitchen.

The role offers £14.72 per hour rising to £15.33 after 3 months, with overtime paid at over £20 per hour and 1.5x rate, plus 28 days’ annual leave, quarterly bonus, free meals and more. Training via Bigham’s Academy supports development and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bring extraordinary – you bring a positive, can‑do attitude and enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Bring people together – you work well as part of a team, support those around you and communicate clearly.
• Bring real care & attention – you take pride in doing things properly, with strong attention to detail and a focus on quality.
• Willingness to work in temperature‑controlled environments.
• Desire to develop your skills and grow as part of the Bigham’s team.
• Experience of working in a food handling or production environment would be beneficial, but isn’t essential.

Responsibilities

• Hand‑cutting or slicing fresh ingredients, including fish and meat
• Preparing ingredients in line with set specifications and standards
• Maintaining high hygiene standards and a clean, tidy workspace
• Completing food preparation records and logs
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure Bigham’s standards are met
• Completing effective and accurate shift handovers
• Flagging any issues with equipment or processes within your area

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Preparation Team Member - 4 on 4 off (Days)

Our Preparation Team play an important role within the kitchen, ensuring ingredients are prepared accurately, safely and to the high standards Bigham’s is known for.

The team focus on preparing fresh ingredients so they are ready for the next stage of production, helping our wider kitchen teams deliver great food every day.

Role Responsibility

As a Preparation Team Member, you will be responsible for:

• Hand‑cutting or slicing fresh ingredients, including fish and meat
• Preparing ingredients in line with set specifications and standards
• Maintaining high hygiene standards and a clean, tidy workspace
• Completing food preparation records and logs
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure Bigham’s standards are met
• Completing effective and accurate shift handovers
• Flagging any issues with equipment or processes within your area

The Ideal Candidate

What you’ll need

At Bigham’s, our values guide how we work every day. We’re looking for people who:

• Bring extraordinary – you bring a positive, can‑do attitude and enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment
• Bring people together – you work well as part of a team, support those around you and communicate clearly
• Bring real care & attention – you take pride in doing things properly, with strong attention to detail and a focus on quality

You’ll also need:

• A willingness to work in temperature‑controlled environments
• A desire to develop your skills and grow as part of the Bigham’s team

Experience of working in a food handling or production environment would be beneficial, but isn’t essential - we’ll provide full food safety and quality training for those without prior experience.

Package Description

What you’ll receive

This is a role for people who take real pride in their work and enjoy being part of a busy, hands‑on kitchen environment. When you start your career with Bigham’s, you’ll receive:

• A competitive hourly rate of £14.72, rising to £15.33 after 3 months
  (equivalent to over £32,000 per year, rising to over £33,000, based on a 40‑hour week, excluding overtime)
• Overtime paid at over £20 per hour , paid at 1.5x the hourly rate
• 28 days’ annual leave , increasing with service
• Quarterly bonus
• Free Bigham’s meals to take home
• Discounts with popular high‑street retailers
• Life assurance benefit
• Subsidised canteen

You’ll also have the opportunity to take part in training delivered by our Bigham’s Academy, where you can develop your skills, progress your career and grow your earnings with us.

About the Company

Inspired by his travels and love of cooking, Charlie Bigham set up shop in 1996 with the sole aim of creating really delicious dishes. Twenty-five years later Bigham’s is now the number one brand in the chilled pre‑prepared meal category. With over 50 dishes available in major supermarkets.

Preparation Team Member - 4 on 4 off (Days)

• Salary £14.72 per hour rising to £15.33 after 3 months (including shift premiums)
• Frequency Hourly
• Job Reference charliebighams/TP/19158/504
• Contract Type Permanent
• Closing Date 31 August, 2026
• Job Category Production/Manufacturing