We are currently hiring for a Food Prep Room Operative. The successful candidate will be a careful, reliable and detail-focused operative with a strong commitment to food safety, allergen controls and hygiene. Comfortable following recipe cards, weighing accurately, completing records correctly, and working as part of a busy cookroom team.
We are an ambitious and growing condiment and sauce producer, based in Co. Cork. Our flagship product, Ballymaloe Relish is one of Irelands favourite food brands. We are a driven organisation, continuously seeking to improve, grow and develop in all areas. Our values are high standards, dedication and Ballymaloe warmth and we ask and expect our employees to work to these values. We try to be sustainable in our business operations where possible and practical.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lift, weigh and prepare ingredients accurately according to Team Lead instructions, using recipe cards and in line with the daily production plan.
- Build batches in the correct containers, label/identify as required, and transfer to the cookroom on time.
- Maintain traceability by recording ingredient/batch details and quantities on production records.
- Support chefs in the cookroom with preparation, set-up and general assistance as required.
- Wash and store containers, utensils and equipment used in prep; follow cleaning schedules and complete cleaning records.
- Keep the prep area clean, tidy and organised (clean-as-you-go; report damage, shortages or issues promptly).
- Follow Ballymaloe Foods health & safety, food safety, quality and allergen procedures; wear required PPE.
- May be required at times to work in other areas including the packing room and warehouse.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Food safety training is an advantage (training can be provided).
- Experience in food production/kitchen environments, weighing, batching, or similar operative work is an advantage.
- Ability to drive a forklift and forklift licence are an advantage
Skills and Abilities:
- Accurate weighing and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to follow recipe cards/procedures and complete records correctly.
- Good hygiene awareness, including allergen and cross-contamination controls.
- Teamwork and communication in a fast-paced environment.
- Manual handling capability to lift medium to heavy weights repetitively throughout the day.
- May be required to work outside normal hours due to production demands.
Ballymaloe Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €15.70 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Little Island, County Cork: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
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Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
