Highfield Preserves is a family-run business making award-winning jams, marmalades, curds and chutneys. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly, hardworking kitchen team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a food manufacturing background, or for someone looking to move away from unsociable catering hours into a stable, daytime role.

The Role

You will be involved in all areas of our busy commercial kitchen, working as part of a team to produce high-quality products we are proud of. Full training will be provided (including Level 2 Food Hygiene in Manufacturing, Manual Handling and HACCP Level 2).

Duties will include:

• Preparing ingredients and assisting with cooking
• Filling, labelling and packing jars
• Recording production information accurately
• Cleaning and maintaining a safe, hygienic working environment
• Following company procedures and food safety standards at all times

What We’re Looking For

• A good work ethic and a positive, team-focused attitude
• The ability to work quickly, accurately and logically in a busy environment
• A strong awareness of food hygiene and cleanliness
• Good communication skills
• Previous food manufacturing experience

Hours

• Monday to Friday, 7am – 3pm
• No weekend work
• Closed at Christmas and on Bank Holidays

If you would like to be part of a growing, award-winning food business, please email your CV to us at info@highfieldpreserves.co.uk . We look forward to hearing from you.