Night Hygiene Operative - Retail at Avara Foods

Overview

Join Avara Foods at their Hereford site as a Night Hygiene Operative and earn a minimum of A561 weekly. No previous experience is required as comprehensive training is provided from day one. This is a full-time, onsite position with secure contracts and guaranteed hours.

Compensation and Benefits

• A13.67 hourly wage plus A1.65 shift premium
• Opportunities for overtime work available
• A250 referral bonus for each friend or family member you recommend who secures a job*
• Training and career development opportunities beginning immediately
• Free parking at the site
• Subsidised staff canteen facilities

Working Hours

Shift timing is Monday to Friday from 22:00 to 06:00 hours.

Role Responsibilities

• Support the Hygiene team's achievement of required cleanliness and hygiene standards
• Follow all health and safety regulations and food safety procedures consistently
• Meet individual and departmental targets with understanding and commitment
• Monitor the efficient use of materials and energy resources
• Contribute actively to ongoing improvements in quality, safety, and productivity
• Engage in manual handling of equipment and plant
• Conduct isolation procedures for machinery and plant as needed
• Maintain housekeeping and hygiene standards both individually and collaboratively
• Adhere strictly to food safety and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines
• Execute instructions issued by Team Leaders or Management effectively

Candidate Requirements

• Proficiency in English with basic numeracy skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team setting
• Attention to detail and flexibility in handling different tasks
• Previous experience in production or manufacturing settings preferred but not mandatory due to provided training

About Avara Foods

Avara Foods is among the UK's foremost food companies, supplying chicken and turkey products extensively to major supermarkets and well-known restaurant chains. The company controls its supply chain entirely from farms through to customers, offering diverse career opportunities in various functions. The Hereford plant, Avara's largest facility, processes approximately 1.9 million birds weekly across two locations, employing around 1,500 personnel.

Additional Information

Applicants should note a bird welfare policy requiring no ownership of avian pets or poultry. Avara Foods is committed to equal opportunity employment. After applying, candidates will be contacted by a Resourcing Officer for further discussions and to address any queries about the position.