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Production Operative

£12.21 - £13.00 per hour
Derby
Temporary

Production Operative – Dessert Manufacturing (Castle Donington)

Pay Rate: £12.21 – £13.00 per hour
Location: Castle Donington
Contract Type: Temporary ongoing – potential for permanent opportunities

About the Role

We are looking for motivated and reliable Production Operatives to join a busy dessert manufacturing facility in Castle Donington. This company specialises in producing high-quality desserts from scratch for popular restaurant chains, delivering products to a professional, fast-paced kitchen standard.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a team environment, takes pride in producing consistent, high-quality products, and is happy working in a structured production setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and assemble desserts from scratch according to recipes and production schedules.

  • Operate production machinery safely and efficiently.

  • Portion, pack, and label finished products ready for dispatch.

  • Maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards at all times.

  • Monitor product quality throughout production and report any issues.

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet daily production targets.

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay: £12.21 – £13.00 per hour.

  • Full training provided – no previous dessert production experience required.

  • Opportunity to gain experience producing high-quality desserts for the hospitality industry.

  • Consistent, regular shifts in a structured production environment.

  • Friendly, supportive team culture.

  • Potential for long-term or permanent employment.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in food production or manufacturing preferred but not essential.

  • Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality products.

  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced team environment.

  • Reliable, punctual, and committed to full shift work.

  • Adherence to all health, safety, and hygiene standards.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to join a busy dessert production team and gain hands-on experience in creating high-quality products from scratch, apply now at workchain.co.uk by completing the online application form.