Cleaner/Hygiene Operative (PM shift)

Deliciously Ella

  • Milton Keynes
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
About Deliciously EllaDeliciously Ella’s mission is to help people eat real food again, with more plants, more of the time. We are growing fast and we’re looking for talented, passionate, purpose-led people who share in our mission to help us get there.
Every day, we work to cultivate positive change, sharing delicious, natural, plant-based recipes and food products with the aim of building the world’s leading plant-based platform. Starting from a recipe website, the business has evolved into a restaurant, a range of plant-based food products, an app, a collection of bestselling recipe books and a growing social media community that sits at the heart of what we do.
We launched our first food products in 2016 and have since launched a wide range of products across different categories. We work with all the major grocers and OOH retailers across the UK. We also have a growing international business in the US and Europe.
Take a look at our website to read more about .Purpose of the role
  • Carry out thorough cleaning of production areas, machinery, and equipment in line with food safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Carry out thorough cleaning of warehouse areas and external areas of factory.
  • Perform cleaning tasks to daily, weekly, and monthly schedules, including deep cleans.
  • Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely, following company and legal guidelines (COSHH).
  • Ensure all cleaning is completed to audit-ready standards.
  • Report any maintenance issues, damages, or hazards immediately.
  • Safely dispose of waste and ensure recycling procedures are followed.
  • Complete cleaning records and checklists accurately.
  • Work as part of a team to ensure handover between shifts is smooth and effective.
  • Comply with all health & safety, food safety, and company policies at all times.
Your teamYou’ll report to Usman Jamil, our Manufacturing Technical Manager, and will work alongside our other team of Hygiene Operatives, to maintain standards in the factory and promote a positive, high performance culture.What you will bring (skills and experience)
  • Previous cleaning experience in a food manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety practices.
  • Ability to work independently and follow detailed cleaning schedules.
  • Able to carry out manual handling and happy to work in cold/wet environments (due to the external work)
  • Reliable, punctual, and willing to work night shifts.
What we expect from you (behaviours & values)We believe our team members are what make our business special, and we hire extraordinary people to fulfil our extraordinary mission. We strive for high performance and our values guide the way we work each day:
  • Proud - We act in ways that make our families, colleagues and community proud
  • Think big We think big, constantly searching for ways to grow our business
  • Embrace challenges We embrace challenges head on and enjoy problem solving
  • Guardians We’re guardians of our brand and the values it holds
  • Welcome change We thrive on change, and use it as an opportunity to innovate, learn, and grow
What we offerYou will have the opportunity to be part of a mission driven scale up business at a hugely exciting point in our growth trajectory, where your voice is heard and where you’re able to actively input in the strategic direction of our business. Some great perks in working for Deliciously Ella include:
  • A competitive salary
  • 25 days holiday
  • Free Deliciously Ella App Access for you and five friends and family
  • Contributory pension scheme with the People’s Pension
  • Free Deliciously Ella snacks available in communal areas on site
  • Access to GroceryAid employee assistance resources
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusionAt Deliciously Ella we are committed to cultivating and maintaining a culture that is inclusive and diverse. We celebrate differences and continually support all team members to be proud of who they are. We pride ourselves on equal employment opportunity regardless of gender, sex, age, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or social class. We hire the best people based on an evaluation of their abilities and effectiveness, nothing else.

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