Production Chef
- leicester forest east, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
- £21 - £27 Per Annum
Job Description
Would you like to join us as a Production Chef? You will prepare food to a high standard in a busy food production site. You will follow recipes, prepare ingredients, and make sure products meet the right quality and food safety standards. You will use machinery and site systems as part of your daily work. You will also make sure ingredients and products can be fully traced at all times.
- Prepare and cook food to set recipes and standards
- Collect ingredients from Chill, Ambient, and Freezer storage areas
- Book all transformed ingredients on the site system
- Use production machinery safely as part of your daily work
- Follow system processes and standard operating procedures
- Label ingredients and products correctly
- Make sure all ingredients and batches can be fully traced
- Make sure all paperwork and records are clear, accurate, and easy to read
Follow food safety, hygiene, and health and safety rules
We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. You'll bring the following skills and experience:
- Experience as a chef or in a food production role
- Good knowledge of food preparation and cooking
- Good understanding of food hygiene and food safety
- Able to follow recipes, processes, and standard operating procedures
Comfortable using production machinery and computer systems
Located in Leicester Forest East, Saladworks is proud to produce a wide range of high-quality chilled ready meals for some of the UK’s leading retailers. Every dish we create reflects our commitment to taste, freshness, and innovation.
At Saladworks, you're not just an employee, you're part of our strong family culture. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive. Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of something special!
We're building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.
- Company pension scheme
- Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
- Employee discount scheme
- Experience annual pay reviews
- Profit related pay
- Opportunity for extended leave
- Free on-site parking
- Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities


