Warehouse Operative Nights

gategroup; Leeds; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift allowance 10%

4 on 4 off shift

In-house training

Complimentary meals & beverages

Free uniform

Company sick pay

Free on-site parking

Paid holiday

Pension scheme

Employee support programme with free/c

Refer a friend scheme

Discount platform

Cycle to work

Job summary

Gate Gourmet Leeds is seeking Loaders for night shifts on a 4 on 4 off schedule, 7pm–7am. You will load/unload, ensure secure loads, and follow strict safety and security procedures while delivering excellent service in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a valid UK driving license, basic English proficiency, and flexibility for night work. In-house training, meals, and benefits are part of the package.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Current and clean UK driving license.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Good standard of English (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Load and unload food and equipment as directed.
• Ensure loads are distributed securely and signed for.
• Comply with gate gourmet and customer security procedures.
• Follow health and safety and use proper lifting techniques.
• Drive a van as required.
• Complete daily vehicle checks.
• Be flexible within the role.

Skills

English proficiency

Positive attitude

Deadline driven

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Warehouse Operative/Loaders Nights - Fixed Term Until October 2026

Job Overview

Location - Gate Gourmet Leeds, Unit 1 and 2 Velocity Point, Castleton Road, LS12 2EN

We are currently looking to recruit Loaders to join our team based in Leeds. You will support the operations by completing all assigned tasks in a timely manner while ensuring quality and meeting the required targets. You must be a great communicator with a can-do attitude.

What will life as a Food Packer in the Gategroup Team look like for you.

• £14.86 per hour + 10% Night Allowance
• Overtime @ 1.5 times the hourly rate
• 4 on 4 off shift, availability for 7pm to 7am (Full Flexibility Required)
• Inhouse training and development
• Complimentary meals & beverages
• Free Uniform
• Company sick pay
• Free on-site parking
• Paid Holiday
• Pension scheme to help you save for your future
• Bespoke employee support programme, including free counselling sessions
• Refer a friend scheme with generous bonuses for each successful referral
• Access to a great discount platform, saving you money on everyday purchases and so much more
• Cycle to work scheme

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• To load and unload food and equipment as directed by the allocator, ensuring that no customer complaints are received.
• To ensure that loads are distributed securely, and to be responsible for any load carried, and ensure it is signed for at the point of collections.
• To fully comply with and be responsible for all gate gourmet and customer security procedures and process.
• To adhere to all Heath safety and hygiene requirements, including using the correct kinetic lifting and carrying techniques.
• Drive a van as and when required / directed.
• Carry out daily checks of the vehicle and report any defects using appropriate forms.
• Fully comply with and to be responsible for all Gate Gourmet and customer security procedures and property.
• To report all accidents and take the necessary preventative action.
• To be able to communicate effectively both verbally and non-verbally at all levels.
• To ensure that relevant entries are made in the diary log and that the log is checked at the beginning of each shift.
• To be totally flexible within the role.
• Carry out quality checks with improvement action when required.
• Assist in follow-up of Quality Assurance/Health & Safety reports.
• To take on any other duties as and when required.

Education

• GCSE passes in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Work Experience

• Must hold a current and clean UK driving license.
• Good standard of English both written and verbal.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.

Skills & Knowledge

• Good understanding of English both reading and writing.
• Positive attitude to work.
• Able to work to tight deadlines.

Previous experience in a catering or hospitality role is desirable but not essential. You must be able to work shifts and be keen to learn. In addition to job - related training, you will develop your skills in team work, time management, multi-tasking, communication and attention to detail.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, undertake a CRC (Criminal Record Check) and provide 5 years of checkable referencing history. For anytime spent outside the uk exceeding 6 months, you must be able to provide a CRC (Criminal Record Check) for that country.

If you share our values of excellence, passion, respect and responsibility, don’t miss out on this opportunity to join our team.