We’re looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join the team at The Finest Fudge Co. and help us make the fudge that keeps our customers coming back for more.This is a hands-on role in our production kitchen at Bashall Barn, Clitheroe, where no two days are exactly the same. You’ll be involved in everything from preparing ingredients, following recipes and making our fudge blocks.What you’ll be doing
- Weighing and preparing ingredients accurately
- Preparing ingredients and equipment ready for production
- Making our fudge and following recipes and processes
- Operating large kitchen and production machinery
- Cooking fudge to the correct temperatures and consistency
- Pouring, adding inclusions and finishing fudge blocks
- Keeping the kitchen, equipment and work areas clean, tidy and organised.
- Working as part of a team to keep production running smoothly
- Following food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures
- Helping with other production tasks when needed.
- Completing daily, weekly and monthly paperwork for SALSA standard requirements.
- Communicating with your supervisor regarding daily hurdles
About the roleHours: Part-time/Full-time
Location: Bashall Barn, Clitheroe
Experience: Kitchen or food production experience preferred, but not essentialThis is a practical role, so you’ll need to be comfortable being on your feet, working with food and machinery, and getting stuck in wherever needed.
Important: Our site at Bashall Barn has very limited public transport, so you must be able to drive or have access to a reliable lift.Who we’re looking forWe’re looking for someone who is:
- Hard-working and has a strong work ethic
- Reliable and punctual
- Adaptable and happy to get stuck in
- Able to use their own initiative, problem-solving
- A genuine team player, effective comunnicator
- Organised and tidy
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Practical and willing to learn
- Detail-oriented, especially when weighing ingredients and following recipes
- Positive and easy to work with
- Not afraid of getting their hands dirty (or a bit sticky)!
You don’t need to be a fudge expert — we’ll teach you how we do things. What matters most to us is having the right attitude and being someone we can rely on.
What we offer Alongside your pay, some of the perks of working with us may include:
- Free on-site parking
- Creative freedom and the chance to contribute ideas
- Staff discounts
- Free or discounted fudge
- Flexible working hours
- Opportunities to learn new skills
- Opportunities to progress as the business grows
- A fun, friendly and creative working environment
Please note: Benefits can vary depending on the role and working hours.
Ready to join us?If you think you’d be a good fit for The Finest Fudge Co, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV.
Pay: £12.71-£13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
