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  • Food Production Operative
    Food Production Operative
    9 hours ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Part-time
    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.

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  • Grounds Maintenance Operative
    Grounds Maintenance Operative
    3 days ago
    £28500 yearly
    Full-time
    Slough

    Overview We are seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team and contribute to the upkeep of various outdoor spaces. The ideal candidate will possess a strong interest in landscape maintenance and horticulture, with practical experience in gardening and groundskeeping. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with construction experience or mechanical knowledge to apply their skills in a dynamic environment. The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining the aesthetic appeal and safety of outdoor areas, ensuring they meet high standards of presentation and functionality. Duties • Conduct routine landscape maintenance, including mowing, pruning, weeding, and planting to promote healthy growth and visual appeal, • Operate power tools such as lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, and leaf blowers efficiently and safely, • Use hand tools for detailed gardening tasks and general groundskeeping activities, • Maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper watering schedules and system functionality, • Assist with construction or repair projects involving excavation, fencing, or installation of new features, • Conduct equipment inspections and perform basic maintenance or organise repairs as needed, • Manage waste disposal by collecting green waste and ensuring the site remains tidy and hazard-free, • Support team efforts in maintaining safety standards across all outdoor work areas Qualifications • Proven experience in landscape maintenance, gardening, or horticulture is highly desirable, • Mechanical knowledge related to power tools, irrigation systems, and basic equipment repair is advantageous, • Familiarity with the operation of excavators or other construction machinery is a plus, • Ability to handle hand tools safely and effectively during various groundskeeping tasks, • Previous construction experience or practical knowledge of civil works will be considered an asset, • Good organisational skills with an eye for detail in maintaining outdoor environments, • Physical fitness to undertake manual labour including lifting, digging, and operating machinery for extended periods, • A valid driver’s licence is preferred but not essential This position offers a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about outdoor maintenance and environmental care. Applicants should be organised, safety-conscious, and eager to contribute to the upkeep of high-quality outdoor spaces.Benefits: • Additional leave, • Cycle to work scheme, • Employee discount, • Gym membership, • Health & wellbeing programme, • Referral programme Licence/Certification: • Driving Licence

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  • Business Development Manager
    Business Development Manager
    1 month ago
    £42000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    West Drayton

    Yiewsley Food Centre is a well-established retail business serving the local community with a wide range of high-quality fresh fruits, groceries, and halal meat products. With a growing and diverse customer base, we are entering an exciting phase of expansion and are looking to strengthen our management team to support continued growth and market development. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Business Development Manager to drive growth, expand market reach, and identify new commercial opportunities for Yiewsley Food Centre. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping business strategy, improving sales performance, and supporting long-term expansion plans, including new products, partnerships, and potential new outlets. Key Responsibilities • Identify and develop new business opportunities to increase revenue and market presence, • Create and implement effective business development and sales strategies, • Analyse market trends, customer demand, and competitor activity, • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, partners, and key stakeholders, • Support the development of new product lines and services, including culturally relevant offerings, • Work closely with senior management to support growth plans and operational improvements, • Prepare business reports, forecasts, and performance updates, • Contribute to customer acquisition, retention, and brand development initiatives Skills & Experience Required • Proven experience in a Business Development, Sales, or Commercial Management role, • Strong understanding of retail or food-related sectors (desirable), • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, • Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities, • Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic business reporting tools, • Knowledge of UK retail compliance and market regulations is an advantage What We Offer • Competitive salary (£42,000 – £45,000 DOE), • Stable full-time role with long-term growth potential, • Opportunity to play a key role in a growing community-focused business, • Supportive and inclusive working environment How to Apply Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

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  • Yard Operative
    Yard Operative
    1 month ago
    £28000–£35000 yearly
    Full-time
    Slough

    Deliveries Yard Operations Plant & Equipment Support Location: Slough Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £28,000–£35,000 per year, DOE + overtime opportunities +bonus Overview CSC Screeding is looking for a reliable, hands-on Driver / Yard Operative to support deliveries, yard operations and site teams. Duties include delivering materials, loading and unloading, keeping the yard organised, and carrying out daily vehicle, trailer and equipment checks. Hours: Monday to Friday, plus overtime and occasional Saturdays as needed. Some early starts required to support deliveries and operational needs. The Role • Deliver materials safely to site, • Load, unload and secure materials, plant and equipment, • Keep the yard organised and operational, • Carry out daily vehicle, trailer and equipment checks, • Safely operate forklifts and other plant equipment, • Keep records of deliveries, collections and stock movements, • Support general yard duties, storage organisation and site operations as needed Skills and Experience • Full UK clean manual driving licence, • Towing experience with trailers / plant, • Experience driving vehicles from 3.5 tonne van up to 7.5 tonne truck, • Reliable, physically fit and safety-conscious, • Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude, • Forklift, plant, yard or construction experience desirable, • Previous warehouse experience, ideally within a construction or industrial environment, • Basic mechanical/equipment maintenance knowledge/ experience beneficial, • Ability to handle materials manually, including heavy lifting of construction supplies and equipment Benefits • Permanent full-time position, • £28,000–£35,000 per year, depending on experience, • Overtime and occasional Saturdays as required, • Company pension, • Free on-site parking, • Training and development opportunities, • Monday to Friday with long-term career prospects Looking for a practical role with variety and long-term opportunity? Join CSC Screeding, a growing specialist construction business Pay: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year Benefits: • Free parking, • On-site parking Work Location: In person

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