About Company
Bidfood is a leading foodservice wholesaler dedicated to delivering quality products and exceptional service across the UK. With a rich history spanning decades, we pride ourselves on being a crucial link in the supply chain, ensuring that restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and schools receive the ingredients and supplies they need to thrive. Our Guildford depot is a vital hub in our extensive network, bustling with activity as we sort, store, and dispatch thousands of products daily. At Bidfood, we believe in fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment where every team member plays a critical role in our collective success. Joining us means becoming part of a passionate family committed to excellence, innovation, and making a real difference in the food industry. We champion diversity and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels valued and has opportunities for growth and development.
Job Description
Are you looking for a flexible role where your efforts directly contribute to feeding the nation? Bidfood’s Guildford depot is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Warehouse Packaging Line Workers to join our dedicated team. In this pivotal part-time role, you will be instrumental in the smooth operation of our packaging lines, ensuring that our diverse range of food and non-food products are correctly packed, labelled, and prepared for dispatch. This isn’t just a job; it’s an opportunity to become an integral part of a fast-paced and essential industry. You’ll be working in a dynamic warehouse environment, handling various products from ambient to chilled and frozen, always adhering to strict quality and safety standards. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we’re offering flexible hours to suit your schedule, making this an ideal opportunity for those seeking to balance work with other commitments. If you’re detail-oriented, have a keen eye for quality, and thrive in a collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply. You’ll receive comprehensive training, become proficient in warehouse best practices, and play a direct role in delivering outstanding service to our valued customers across the region. This is a hands-on position requiring physical stamina and a proactive approach to work. Join Bidfood and help us deliver goodness, every single day.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate packaging machinery efficiently and safely, following all standard operating procedures.
- Perform quality checks on products to ensure they meet Bidfood's high standards before packaging.
- Accurately label and stack packed goods onto pallets, preparing them for storage or dispatch.
- Maintain a clean and organised work area, adhering to all hygiene and safety regulations.
- Assist with loading and unloading deliveries as required, ensuring proper handling of goods.
- Monitor stock levels of packaging materials and report any shortages to supervisors.
- Collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors to meet daily production targets.
- Follow all company policies and procedures, especially those related to health, safety, and food hygiene.
Required Skills
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills to understand instructions and perform simple checks.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Proactive attitude and willingness to learn new tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a warehouse, production, or packaging environment.
- Experience operating basic warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet trucks, stackers).
- Understanding of food safety and hygiene principles (e.g., HACCP).
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate with opportunities for overtime.
- Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing.
- Company discount scheme on a wide range of products.
- Paid holiday entitlement.
- Opportunity to work with a market leader in the foodservice industry.
How to Apply
If you are eager to contribute to a dynamic team and meet the qualifications for this role, we encourage you to apply directly through our careers portal. Please click on the link below to submit your application and explore exciting career opportunities with Bidfood.