Preparation Operator (Night Shift)
Cuisine Centre
Derby, UK
Hourly Pay Rate: £14.45
About the Role
The Preparation Operator (Nights) plays a key role in supporting daily production by ensuring all ingredients and components are fully prepared and ready for the day shift. Working nights, you will operate to the highest quality, food safety, and hygiene standards while achieving daily operational targets.
The role involves accurate weighing of raw materials, allergen control, waste management, hygiene compliance, and occasional support with despatch activities during the early hours.
Working Hours
40 hours per week
4 on, 4 off shift schedule: 22:00 – 06:30 (flexibility available on core hours)
Flexibility and occasional overtime required to meet operational demands
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations
Prepare ingredients accurately in line with daily preparation and production plans
De-box raw materials and ensure packaging waste is disposed of via correct waste streams
Weigh and mix ingredients as required, ensuring allergen and non-allergen separation
Maintain 100% compliance with GMP, food safety, quality, and hygiene standards
Complete all documentation clearly, accurately, and within agreed timescales
Conduct routine process and quality checks in line with procedures
Identify, report, and communicate any quality, safety, or production issues promptly
Maintain high standards of cleanliness across preparation areas and equipment
Use correct chemicals, equipment, and PPE for all cleaning tasks
Complete cleaning schedules and sign off accurately
Correctly segregate and dispose of waste in line with site waste streams
Support collation of lorry loads for despatch during early morning hours
Health, Safety & Compliance
Follow all company Health & Safety, Food Safety, and HR policies
Wear appropriate PPE at all times
Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and others
Team & Continuous Improvement
Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments
Be flexible and adaptable, supporting different factory areas within skill set and physical capability
Contribute ideas for continuous process improvement
Support achievement of company targets including efficiency, waste reduction, and customer service
Key Competencies
Essential
Strong communication skills
Good numeracy and literacy
High attention to detail and accuracy
IT literate
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Flexible, proactive, and adaptable approach
Team player with a positive “can-do” attitude
Desirable
Knowledge of food hygiene and quality standards
Previous experience in food manufacturing or raw material handling
Benefits
£1 per hour uplift in pay rate due to unsociable working hours
Free breakfast and lunch
Free on-site parking
Good public transport links
Perks at Work discounts and wellbeing platform
Career development and progression opportunities
Mental, physical, and financial wellbeing support
Company pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.
Job Reference: com/1307/43172001/52819984/SU #Cuisine Centre
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!