Job Description

Production Operative

ABOUT NATOORA

We are a fast-growing company with a clear mission: to revolutionise the food system.

With hubs in London, Paris, Milan, New York, Los Angeles, Melbourne and Copenhagen, we're creating access to consciously-produced and grown food at a scale unparalleled by anyone else in the industry. Since 2004, we have been building a unique supply chain that connects chefs and home cooks alike to an ever-growing community of independent growers, co-operatives and producers.

From the way food is grown, reared and produced to how it gets into kitchens, we're breaking down barriers built up by the industrial system and sparking a grassroots movement for a better future of food. This is your chance to be a part of it.

ABOUT THE JOB

As Production Operative, you'll be a part of a dynamic, responsive team that is driving real change at ground level. You will have a key role in ensuring our customers' orders are ready on time and with care. When we have the opportunity, we help each other so we all contribute to create a positive environment and to get good results.

Care is at the core of everything we do, from the way we handle produce in the warehouse to the opportunities we create for our people. Through our training programme, you'll have the opportunity to climb a clear growth path, with weekly sessions covering Product, cross-training and language. If you're keen to learn, we're here to share our knowledge. Over 95% of our managers are promoted from within - our aim is that you will follow in their footsteps, develop a passion for the work we do and thrive in our close community.

This is a full-time position where your shifts will be from 7am to 5pm, 40-45hrs/week, on a rotation basis including weekends and bank holidays. The job requires primarily working in a refrigerated environment between +5 and +10 degrees Celsius - we will supply you with PPE.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carry out initial and secondary quality checks on each product to ensure they meet Natoora's quality standards. Ensure you handle and package the products correctly and with care - to prevent damage to the products. Wash and peel vegetables and other fresh produce. Cut, chop, slice, dice, and portion vegetables according to required specifications. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the prep area, tools, and equipment. Follow all food safety and hygiene standards, including proper handling, storage, and labeling of ingredients. Assist in receiving and inspecting produce deliveries for quality and freshness. Dispose of waste properly and maintain a clean working environment. Support manager or supervisors with additional prep tasks as needed. Ensure efficient workflow to meet production timelines.
ABOUT YOU

Basic knowledge of kitchen safety and food-handling procedures. Ability to use knives and basic kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness. You have good attention to detail You are a natural team player You are able to work under pressure in a time-constrained environment You are willing to learn about our seasonal products and operational procedures Ability to work standing for extended periods and lift moderate weights.
PERKS

Natoora produce at a significant discount Your birthday off
Lunch Kitchen stocked by our own growers and producers Performance-related bonus - up to 150 per month Referral bonus - 250 when the referred candidate completes the probation period
Once you've hit the 6 month mark*

Our vision for a better food system is built on real human relationships and a diversity of experience, perspective and ideas. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

When applying to a job, the personal data contained in your application will be collected by Natoora, which is located at Unit 6 Discovery Business Park St James's Road, London SE16 4RA and can be contacted by emailing hello@natoora.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing recruitment related activities. Under the GDPR, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: 12.55 per hour

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.55 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

London SE1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Production Operative: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person