Afternoon Packer - 2pm

Afternoon Packer - 2pm


Company
The Bread Factory
Location
London
Salary
£11–£14 an hour
Via
via Talents By StudySmarter

Job Description
Job Description

About us:

The Bread Factory is London’s leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL’s Bakeries nationwide.

As our teams grow, we are looking for our next Packer.

As a Packer, you will pick and pack our delicious products and prepare them for dispatch. If you like a routine and completing tasks, this job is for you.

Contracted hours: 45 hours – Full Time (overtime is optional)

Working Hours: 2pm - 11pm

Pay: £12.25/hour

Shift Pattern: Mon-Sun, any 5 days out of 7

Location: Hendon, London, NW9 - If you live within a 5-mile radius, this job is for you

Our people tell us you will be a great addition to the team if you can…
• Are energetic and like to get things done
• Are a team player. Sometimes it takes a little longer to pack, and the team enjoys working together to get it done. Overtime is always an option.
• You have basic math skills
• Have at least 1 year of experience in a similar environment
• Attention to detail and a focus on quality
• A good level of physical fitness (you'll be on your feet!)

We are looking for candidates who...
• Pack products quickly and efficiently to meet our quality standards.
• Label and prepare goods for dispatch.
• Ensure packaging areas are clean and organised.
• Work with your team to hit daily packing targets.

What’s in it for you?
• Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends.
• 50% discount at GAIL’s and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets.
• Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants
• 24-hour GP service
• Cycle to work scheme

Our Values

We care about a Job Well Done:

Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way.

We care about Baking:

At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all.

We care about each other:

We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers.

We care about community:

We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.

We care about nature:

We’re committed to sustainability across our supply chain—from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet.

Salary: GBP 11 - 14 per hour

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