Job Description

Join Our Team as a Hand Line Pasty Crimper!

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Are you ready to become a key player in our pasty production process? Our Hand Line Pasty Crimpers are responsible for creating delectable hand-crimped pasties, a classic favourite loved by many. Join our passionate team and master the art of pasty crimping. Hours of work will be

06:00 to 14:30

, working Monday to Friday, with 2 x 30 mins unpaid breaks.


Starting salary is 12.50 per hour with an enhanced rate of 15.63 per hour. Enhanced rate is for hours between 20:00 & 06:00 and for hours over 37.5 per week.

EARLY SIGN-OFF BONUS SCHEME

Fast learner? Fast earner, You can get a 200.00 bonus if you are signed off in week one, or a 100 bonus if you are signed off in week two!

All you will need to do to be signed off for this bonus is to keep a steady pace, crimp 4 pasties per minute and ensure each pasty you crimp meets our quality standards. This training process usually takes around 6 weeks to 8 weeks.

What You'll Do

As a Hand Line Pasty Crimper, you'll play a vital role in crafting our beloved, hand-crimped Cornish pasties. With full training provided, this is your opportunity to master a traditional skill in a friendly, supportive environment.


All new crimpers may also be trained in other areas of production to support both personal development and wider business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Crimp like a pro:

Produce up to

4 crimped pasties per minute

, depending on pasty size.

Craft with care:

Remove pre-filled pastry bases, fold and evenly distribute filling

hand-crimp the edges with 18-22 precise folds.

Ensure quality:

Monitor for product build-up and help maintain high standards across the line.

Work your way:

Choose to sit or stand, chat with teammates, sing along to the radio, focus quietly if that's your style.

Support your team:

A dedicated team leader is always on hand for guidance.

Keep it neat:

Short, clean nails are a must.

No Experience? No Problem!

We offer comprehensive training to turn you into a confident pasty crimper. You'll also earn your Food Safety Level 2 and Health & Safety Level 2 certificates during your probationary period.

Why Join Proper Cornish?

At Proper Cornish, we're proud of our craft and our people. We're a growing business with strong values, Customer First, Honesty, Quality, Friendliness, and Passion, and we take pride in bringing joy through our pasties and pastries.


We've even won a Gold Health and Wellbeing Award

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because looking after our team matters.

Proper Perks You'll Love

Free pasties and pastries daily Free weekly fruit Subsidised canteen meals Monthly colleague treats & quarterly BBQs Birthday meals in the canteen Christmas goodies and celebrations Mental Health First Aiders on site Free spa and golf facility use (St Austell) Company-funded Health Cash Plan & EAP (24/7 confidential support) Death in Service Plan 500 referral bonuses Huge staff discounts on pasties, cakes & more Local business discounts Excellent training & career development Anniversary cash awards Friendly team culture and great internal communication

Ready to Crimp with the Best?

If you've got a positive 'can do' attitude, love working with your hands, and want to be part of a friendly, fast-paced team

Apply today!

Visit our Careers Page to learn more about life at Proper Cornish and discover how you can start your journey with us.