Food Production Operative - Bray Cured Ltd - Burnham

The Role
We are looking for a temp Food Production Operative to join our factory team while our regular staff are on annual leave Thursday 16th July to Friday 31st July. You will be responsible for assisting in the production, packaging, and dispatch of our range of charcuterie products, ensuring the highest standards of food safety, quality, and efficiency.

We can agree specific hours with the right candidate - from 4 to 7.5 hours per day on 3 to 5 days each week, starting at 9am each day. Starting Thursday 16th July to Friday 31st July.

Please note that our factory location is remote in the countryside. It's not possible to reach us solely via public transport. Please confirm that you have a means of transport to reach us at Taplow Common Road, Burnham, SL1 8FL.

This role involves working with meat that is neither Halal nor Kosher.

About Bray Cured
Bray Cured is a premium producer of artisanal air-dried meats, specialising in traditional curing methods and high-quality British charcuterie. Our factory is the heart of our production process, where we craft award-winning salamis, hams and bresaolas with precision, care, and passion.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing & Production: Assist in the preparation and packaging of salamis and hams.
• Record Keeping: Complete required records for food hygiene purposes.
• Picking & Packing Orders: Accurately select products for customer orders, package them securely, and prepare them for dispatch.
• Packaging & Labelling: Ensure all products are correctly packaged, labelled, and stored for distribution.
• Stock Management: Assist with stock rotation and inventory checks to maintain freshness and product availability.
• Hygiene & Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness of work areas, equipment, and tools in accordance with food hygiene regulations.
• Teamwork: Work collaboratively with other production team members to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations at all times.

What We’re Looking For
A proactive person who works quickly and accurately with a positive, can-do attitude.

Experience in food preparation, production, meat processing, or a factory environment is preferred but not essential. Previous experience in picking and packing orders is also a plus.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable with manual handling and standing for long periods.
• Basic computer literacy a plus, including the ability to enter and retrieve data, use order management systems, and follow digital work instructions (training provided).
• Basic maths skills to calculate weights and quantities of ingredients and products.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations (training provided if necessary).
• Team player with a positive attitude and good communication skills.