Food Production Operative
| Company: | Staffline |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.95 to £18.70 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | LE1 1DJ |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 6 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Join our team at A La Carte (Staffline) Leicester!
We are recruiting for Food Production Operatives to work in food manufacturing sites in Leicester LE7. This is your chance to be part of a leading British food business producing some of the nation's favourite savoury products.
This role involves working in a fast-paced production environment, supporting the preparation and packaging of food products.
We offer ongoing work with temp-to-perm opportunities, giving you the chance to secure a long-term role.
No previous experience is required - you will receive full, paid training from day one.
Please note: All candidates must have a good level of spoken and written English. Due to shift requirements, this role is not suitable for students.
Shifts available:
We offer a variety of shift patterns and hours, including:
- 12-Hour AM Shifts: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm / 8:00 am - 8:00 pm / 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
- 12-Hour NTS Shifts: 6:00 pm - 6:00 am
Pay rates:
- AM shifts : £12.95 per hour
- Sunday AM: £18.22 per hour
- Night shifts : £16.19 per hour
Your Time at Work
As a Food Production Operative, your duties will include:
- Preparing raw ingredients (washing, cutting, measuring)
- Working as part of a fast-paced production team
- Carrying out quality checks to ensure products meet our high standards
- Packing products ready to be delivered nationwide
- Keeping work areas clean and food-safe
- Supporting your colleagues and contributing to a great team atmosphere
Our Perfect Worker
We are looking for reliable and motivated individuals who can work in a busy, fast-paced environment.
You will:
Have a good level of spoken and written English
Be able to work effectively as part of a team
Have a strong work ethic and attention to detail
No previous experience required - full training is provided
Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
Key Information and Benefits
- Earn £12.95 to £18.70 per hour
- Temp-to-perm opportunities
- Full training provided
- On-site support from Staffline
- Free on-site parking
- Opportunities for career progression
- Good links to public transport
- PPE provided
About Staffline
Staffline is the UK's largest recruitment solutions partner, enabling over 35,000 people into good work every week. We operate at more than 420 customer sites across England, Scotland and Wales.
As one of the most established recruitment agencies in Nottingham with operations across the UK, we specialise in connecting businesses with temporary and permanent jobs across warehouse & logistics, food and drink, aviation, driving, technical & engineering, manufacturing & automotive and security.
Important Information
- Staffline and its subsidiaries do not charge any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.
- This job advert may not be copied, imitated, or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline.
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