Skilled Hygiene Operative

Samworth Brothers Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Health benefits

Employee discounts

Annual pay reviews

Profit sharing

Extended leave

On-site parking

Training & growth

Job summary

Samworth Brothers Limited is seeking an Advanced Hygiene Operative to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant site within the hygiene team. This hands-on role focuses on routine tasks and does not operate production lines.

You will deep clean factory areas, handle chemicals safely, and keep records to support audits and food safety standards. A collaborative environment values detail, reliability, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Experience in hygiene or food production.
• Good eye for detail and focus on cleanliness.
• Ability to follow clear instructions and routines.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Deep clean factory areas, machines and equipment after production.
• Use cleaning chemicals safely and correctly and follow hygiene rules.
• Fill in cleaning sheets and records.
• Report any damage, spills, or safety issues.
• Help keep the site ready for checks and audits.

Skills

Hygiene/food production

Attention to detail

Following routines

Positive attitude

Job description

As an Advanced Hygiene Operative, you help keep the site clean, safe, and compliant. Your work supports food safety. You work exclusively within the hygiene team and do not operate production lines. This is a hands‑on role with clear, routine tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Deep clean factory areas, machines, and equipment, clean after production has finished
• Use cleaning chemicals safely and correctly, follow hygiene rules at all times
• Fill in cleaning sheets and records
• Report any damage, spills, or safety issues
• Help keep the site ready for checks and audits

About You

We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. You’ll bring the following skills and experience:

• Experience in hygiene or food production
• A good eye for detail and a strong focus on cleanliness
• The ability to follow clear instructions and routines
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn

What We Offer

We’re building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.

• Company pension scheme
• Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
• Employee discount scheme
• Experience annual pay reviews
• Profit related pay
• Opportunity for extended leave
• Free on-site parking
• Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities

About Us

Based in Leicester, Walker & Son is a celebrated leader in the production of premium pork pies, supplying both supermarket own-label ranges and our much-loved branded products. With a rich heritage and a reputation for quality, we take pride in every pie we make.

At Walker & Son, you’re more than just an employee, you’re part of our strong family culture. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We also actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that’s fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.