Who Are The Menu Partners and What Do We Do?
The Menu Partners (TMP) is a fast-paced, high-performing food production and distribution business supporting premium hospitality customers across the UK. We take pride in delivering exceptional service, high-quality products, and reliable logistics solutions.
We are a forward-thinking food solutions business, built on a passion for quality, innovation, and exceptional service. As one of the UK’s leading end-to-end food partners, we bring together expertise in sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, and menu development to help our customers thrive in an ever-changing market.
At The Menu Partners, we don’t just supply food—we create smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable ways of working. Our mission is to empower chefs, operators, and brands with the products, insight, and support they need to deliver outstanding food experiences every day.
Our people are central to our success, and as we continue to grow, we are investing in building a strong, proactive transport function that supports our logistics operation and ensures seamless service delivery to our customers.
As part of our continued growth, we are currently looking to recruit Yard Shunters to strengthen our Transport team
About The Role
We are looking for a reliable and motivated Yard Shunter / Loader to join our team in New Covent Garden Market. One for Day Shift and One for Night The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of our yard, aiding in the loading process, moving and parking vehicles, and performing vehicle checks.
Key Activities & Responsibilities:
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Vehicle Movement: Move and park vehicles around the yard and loading bays safely and efficiently and Ensure vehicles are empty of any pallets and boxes ready for reloading.
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Team Collaboration: Work closely with other team members to ensure smooth operations and effective communication.
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Vehicle Checks: Conduct regular vehicle checks to ensure all vehicles are in good working condition and report any issues to the management, take Photos and use Check sheet.
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Loading Assistance: Aid in the loading process to ensure timely and accurate loading of goods onto vehicles.
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Cleanliness: Where required ensure all vehicles are washed in/out
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VOR: Ensure VOR vehicles are parked in a controlled area.
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Fridge Temp: Ensure the fridge units are working effectually and pulling temp.
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Defects: Report any defects found on vehicle inc Fridge temp.
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Vehicle Damage: Report any new damage found on the vehicles and take photos.
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Safety Compliance: Follow all health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
Key Attributes:
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Experience: Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential.
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Licences: A valid driving license is required. HGV licence is a plus.
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Communication: Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
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Reliable and motivated: Able to work under pressure with a “can do and will do” attitude
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Physical Fitness: Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and moving heavy items
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Driving Licence : With minimum of one year experience
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Class 2 Licence would be an Advantage
Shift Patten (5-6 Day Rota)
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Sunday – Friday (not Inc Saturday) followed by Monday – Friday (inc bank hol)
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8 Hour Shift plus 1 hour for lunch based on 48 hour working week
