Sausage Production Lead
The Company
Caterite Food & Wineservice Limited is a leading food and drink wholesaler based in the Lake District delivering to customers in the North of England and Scotland. After 50 years of Foodservice, the company is entering a new chapter in its history, whilst staying true to the values and service which has guided its success so far.
We are in an exciting period of transformational change with significant developments within our business since the company was acquired by METRO in 2024. METRO is an international specialist in food wholesale, a partner of many small and mid-sized independent companies who have made it their goal to lift the food and hospitality sector to a new level and to take advantage of the unique opportunity that the comprehensive digitization of the industry presents.
Caterite Food & Wineservice Limited has worked hard to establish an enviable reputation for supplying customers with top-quality goods exactly to order, all delivered at competitive prices as part of a fast, friendly and efficient service in which extra is standard.
The Role
We are looking for reliable and hardworking Sausage Production Lead to join our busy butchery team. Working in a fast-paced production environment, you will play an important role in producing high-quality sausage products while maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work and are looking to build a career within the food production industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a lead for our sausage production room
- Operating production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
- Preparing ingredients and assisting with sausage manufacturing processes.
- Weighing, mixing, filling, linking, and packing sausage products.
- Monitoring product quality and reporting any issues to the Production Manager.
- Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the production area.
- Following all food safety, health and safety, and company procedures.
- Assisting with stock handling and movement where required.
- Working collaboratively as part of a production team to meet daily targets.
Requirements
- Previous experience in food production, meat processing, or manufacturing.
- Knowledge of food hygiene and HACCP procedures.
- Experience operating production machinery.
- Good attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong work ethic and reliability.
- Ability to follow instructions and adhere to food safety procedures.
- Good communication skills.
- Flexibility to work overtime when required.
Benefits
- £40 bonus for Saturday shifts (4+ hours)
- £500 refer-a-friend scheme
- Discounted company shopping account
- 28 days holiday plus Birthday
- Company pension (People’s Pension)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Long service holiday award
- Loyalty bonus
- Free on-site parking
- Canteen facilities
Schedule: Monday to Saturday rota, early starts required, flexible shift availability is essential.
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have previous experience in butchery?
Work Location: In person
