Job Title: Kitchen Porter / Factory Operative
Farmyard cook high end food at scale for First and Business Class Airlines and leading UK restaurants.
We are currently seeking reliable and hardworking individuals to join our team as a Kitchen Porter / Factory Operative. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking for both full-time and part-time roles within a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Washing up and maintaining cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas
- General cleaning duties to ensure high hygiene standards: Wash, clean, and sanitise dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment to uphold hygiene standards
- Maintain cleanliness of work surfaces, floors, and storage areas throughout shifts
- Assist with the organisation and storage of kitchen supplies and ingredients
- Support the team during busy periods by ensuring a steady flow of clean utensils and equipment
- Packing products efficiently, at a good fast pace and accurately
- Loading pallets and preparing goods for dispatch
- Assisting chefs and production staff as required
- Follow HACCP guidelines and food safety procedures diligently at all times
- Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns promptly to management
What We’re Looking For:
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Ability to work well as part of a team at a good pace
- Good attention to detail
- Flexibility to work shift patterns
Experience:
- Knowledge of food production processes is advantageous but not essential; willingness to learn is key
- Previous experience in a food handling environment is an advantage
- Factory or production experience is also beneficial, but not essential
- Mechanical knowledge or familiarity with kitchen appliances can be beneficial
- Good organisational skills with an eye for detail in maintaining cleanliness standards
- Basic maths skills for measuring ingredients or quantities as needed
- Ability to work efficiently under supervision in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer:
- Full-time and part-time positions available
- Flexible shift work
- Supportive team environment
This role offers valuable experience within a professional kitchen setting, fostering skills in food safety, hygiene practices, and teamwork. We welcome motivated individuals eager to contribute to a high standard of culinary service.
WARNING – Thie job is physical and exhausting – it needs commitment, willingness to work hard and a desire to get stuff cleaned and packed up fast!
If you are motivated, speedy, dependable, and ready to get stuck in, we’d love to hear from you!
Who are we?
Farmyard’s ethos is to ‘deliver excellence’.
At Farmyard, we’re passionate about doing things the right way — for our customers and for each other. We believe that inclusion, diversity and kindness aren’t just values, they’re daily practices, and we expect our team to treat one another with respect and care. Alongside this, we are committed to excellence in everything we make, taking real pride in producing high-quality food products that are crafted with skill, consistency and attention to detail. By combining a supportive, inclusive workplace with uncompromising standards, we deliver food we’re proud of and a business people are proud to be part of.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.25 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
