Position: Pastry Production Operative
Location: Colchester CO6, Essex
Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time
Salary: £13.50 per hour
About Us
Blackwell & Co Master Butchers & Curers known as Direct Meats are a quality-focused wholesale butcher and bakery dedicated to producing exceptional savoury and sweet pastries, baked goods, and artisan products. We pride ourselves on craftsmanship, creativity, and consistency at medium to large volumes. We’re now looking for a skilled pastry production operative to join our team and help elevate and assist with the growing production line with new innovative and expanding products.
Key Responsibilities
· Produce pastry and key bakery items to a consistently high standard
· Manage daily preparation and baking schedules
· Maintain hygiene, food safety, and kitchen cleanliness
· Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering
· Work efficiently during busy production periods
· Collaborate with the wider bakery team and other teams
· Run the pastry production line and other manufacturing machinery – training will be provided
About You
· Proven experience in pastry production
· Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, doughs, lamination, and desserts
· Good understanding of food safety standards
· Creative, organised, and detail-focused
· Able to work in a fast-paced environment
· A team player with a passion for great food
Benefits:
· Casual dress code
· Full PPE provided
· Company pension
· Employee discount
· On-site parking
· 20 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
