QA Assistant

Pieminister; Bristol; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pieminister is seeking a Quality Assurance Team member to uphold quality standards at our kitchens. The role involves monitoring compliance and executing tasks related to food safety. We're looking for candidates with a keen eye for detail and a background in food science or related fields. Join a dedicated team and enjoy numerous employee benefits, including free food and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free food, tea & coffee

29 days holiday plus additional leave

Quarterly and Business Performance Bonuses

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Continuous training and development

Qualifications

• Degree in food science or similar, or A Level with QA experience.
• Flexible for morning, evening, and weekend shifts.
• Strong communicator with good written and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Review production records and report non-conformances.
• Conduct allergen swabs and quality monitoring tasks.
• Perform GMP and fabric audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or equivalent in food science

A Level or equivalent with QA experience

Job description

About the role

Working in the QA team, you will ensure that quality standards at Pieminister Kitchens are met and that tasks related to quality, safety, and legality are completed by supporting production and executing specific tasks outlined by the quality management system.

Responsibilities:

• Reviewing production records, including compliance with CCP requirements, and reporting non-conformances immediately.
• Checking labels for retail and wholesale products to ensure compliance.
• Conducting allergen swabs on equipment, raw materials, and finished goods.
• Carrying out quality monitoring tasks.
• Conducting GMP and fabric audits.
• Monitoring cleaning practices with hygiene and allergen swabs, including collecting environmental swabs for microbiological testing.
• Verifying equipment such as scales and probes.
• Conducting CCP audits and competency assessments of key procedures.

About you:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Flexible to work morning shifts, evening shifts, and sometimes weekends.
• A strong communicator with good written and computer skills.
• A good team player, collaborative and enjoyable to work with.

Desirable qualifications:

Degree or equivalent in food science or similar. Alternatively, A Level or equivalent with QA experience in food manufacturing or relevant experience in food-related roles such as restaurant, catering, or manufacturing.

We do not expect candidates to meet all qualifications; if you meet some and are interested, please apply.

About our pay and benefits

We offer a comprehensive package, including free food, tea & coffee, time off, training, coaching, and a skills-based progression plan. Our benefits include:

• Salary of £26,083 with up to 12.5% in bonuses.
• Quarterly Performance Bonus (up to 7.5%).
• Business Performance Bonus (up to 5%).
• Company pension contributions.
• 29 days holiday (including bank holidays), plus 1 extra day per year worked (up to 4 years).
• Employee Assistance Programme with counselling access.
• 1 paid volunteering day per year.
• All the pies you could eat at cost price.
• Up to £500 worth of pie and mash for your wedding.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme.
• Staff discount meals and weekly lunch (Pie day Friday!).
• Continuous training and development opportunities.

About Pieminister

Founded in 2003, Pieminister has grown into the UK’s leading premium hot pie brand. An independent family business committed to sustainability, Pieminister is a B Corp and aims to be Net Zero by 2040, aligning with its Pies Planet People goals.

With numerous Pie & Mash restaurants and extensive retail presence, Pieminister is recognized for its quality products. Led by founders Jon and Tris, the company fosters an inclusive culture where everyone is valued and encouraged to contribute to positive change.

As part of our diversity and inclusion commitments, we strive to create a welcoming workplace where all voices are heard.