Job Description

Job Introduction

The Role

In any kitchen, hygiene is paramount and in a kitchen that produces thousands of meals every day, even more so! That's why we are looking for passionate people with very exacting standards to join our hygiene team in our kitchen located in Dulcote, Wells. In these skilled roles you will be responsible for ensuring that all areas of our production kitchen are maintained as cleanly and safely as possible.

Working Hours

4 Days on 4 Days Off - 6am-6pm


Main Responsibilities

What you'll need

At Bigham's we pride ourselves in doing things the right way and showing real care and attention. We are looking for like-minded people who demonstrate:

Knowledge of Food Safety Regulations (Desirable):

Understanding and adherence to safety regulations and standards such as HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) to ensure compliance in all aspects of food production.

Sanitisation Procedures:

Proficiency in cleaning and sanitising equipment, surfaces, and production areas using appropriate chemicals and techniques to maintain hygienic conditions and prevent contamination.

Attention to Detail:

Ability to spot potential hygiene issues or hazards in the production environment and take proactive measures to address them promptly, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and safety are maintained.

Teamwork and Communication:

Collaboration with other team members, including production staff and supervisors, to report any concerns, and ensure a cohesive approach to maintaining hygiene standards throughout the facility.

Problem-solving Skills:

Capacity to identify root causes of hygiene-related issues, troubleshoot sanitation equipment, and implement corrective actions effectively to prevent recurrence and uphold the integrity of the food production process.


About The Company

Inspired by his travels and love of cooking, Charlie Bigham set up shop in 1996 with the sole aim of creating really delicious dishes. Twenty-five years later Bigham's is now the number one brand in the chilled pre-prepared meal category. With over 50 dishes available in major supermarkets.


Package Description

What you'll receive

This is a role for hard workers; those who take real pride in their work and enjoy working in a challenging but rewarding environment. When you start your career with Bigham's you'll receive:

A competitive salary of

14.08 per hour

(including all premiums) A pay increase to

14.66 per hour

following the successful completion of 3 months' probation (including all premiums) Overtime payments, paid at

1.5x

the hourly base rate 28 days annual leave, increasing each year Annual bonus

Subsidised Cafe -

Free Bighams take home food

Paid Breaks

You will also have the opportunity to take part in training delivered by our academy where you can further develop your career, alongside your salary, at Bigham's.