Food production and packaging operative

Food production and packaging operative


Company
FoodJunkee
Location
London
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
6 days ago
Via
via Job Today

Job Description
Job Title: Online Food Order Fulfilment Assistant. Location: Charlton. Job Type: Full-time / Part-time. Salary: Competitive, depending on experience. About Us. We are a fast-growing meal prep and dark kitchen business based in Charlton, dedicated to producing fresh, high-quality meals for customers who order online. We pride ourselves on consistency, efficiency, and exceptional customer service. We’re looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and flexible team members to help prepare and fulfil customer orders.. The Role. As an Online Food Order Fulfilment Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring every customer receives fresh, accurately packed meals on time. You’ll work closely with the kitchen team to portion meals, pack orders, label products, and prepare deliveries while maintaining the highest food safety standards. You will also be responsible for packing food for our jiffy van deliveries and catering orders. This role requires flexibility to adapt to changing workloads, shifts, and business needs.. Key Responsibilities. ● Portion and pack freshly prepared meals according to company specifications.. ● Pick and fulfil online customer orders with accuracy and attention to detail.. ● Pack and organise food for jiffy van deliveries and catering orders.. ● Label, seal, and organise meals for delivery and collection.. ● Conduct quality checks to ensure meals meet presentation and portion standards.. ● Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and organisation.. ● Assist with stock rotation, ingredient preparation, and inventory checks.. ● Keep packing and preparation areas clean and compliant with food safety regulations.. ● Work efficiently to meet daily production and delivery deadlines.. ● Support the kitchen team during busy service periods.. ● Adapt to different tasks and responsibilities as required throughout the shift.. What We’re Looking For. ● Previous experience in food production, meal prep, catering, hospitality, or warehouse fulfilment is an advantage but not essential.. ● A positive attitude and willingness to learn.. ● Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.. ● Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.. ● Strong teamwork and communication skills.. ● A commitment to food safety, hygiene, and quality.. ● A high level of flexibility, with the ability to work evenings, weekends, and peak periods when required.. What We Offer. ● Competitive pay.. ● Full training and ongoing development.. ● Opportunities for career progression within a growing business.. ● Staff meals and employee discounts.. ● A supportive, friendly, and energetic team environment.. If you’re passionate about great food, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in delivering an excellent customer experience, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join our growing team.

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Part-time
Starting time: Immediate start!

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