Job description
- Chessington, Greater London, England
- Temp to perm,
- undefined,
- KT9/Production
- 28/05/2026
Job description
Food Production Operative – Build a Career, Not Just a Job
Gap Personnel is recruiting Food Production Operatives for a busy and growing factory in Chessington. This is a fantastic opportunity for ambitious, career-driven individuals looking to progress quickly through dedicated training and development.
If you bring energy, initiative, and a proactive attitude to work and the role, you could progress in as little as 4 weeks to Level 2 role & pay and significantly increase your earnings through our structured development pathway — with potential future opportunities into leadership and management roles.
Pay & Progression
- Starting Pay: £13.10ph, Level 2 £14.10
- Night: £14.36ph
Fast-Track Progression Opportunities:
- Level 2: £14.10ph days / £15.36ph nights
- Level 3: £15.34ph days / £16.60ph nights
All training is provided — we’re looking for people who genuinely want to learn, develop, and build a long-term career.
Shift Pattern
- 7:00am – 7:00pm
- 4 on / 4 off
Duties Include
- Preparing and operating production machinery
- Packing and labelling products accurately
- Feeding materials into machines
- Preparing finished products for dispatch
- Maintaining cleanliness and safety standards
- Supporting smooth production line operations
Requirements
- Previous factory or production experience preferred
- Good communication skills
- Reliable and able to commute to site
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Team player with a proactive mindset
- No shellfish allergies
Location & Travel
- Excellent bus routes from Kingston, Surbiton & Tolworth
- Bus stop just 1 minute from site
- 25–30 mins from London Waterloo to Tolworth or Chessington North
- Free on-site parking
Company Benefits
- Temp-to-perm and permanent opportunities
- Holiday allowance increasing with service
- Pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Staff discounts
- Free refreshments
- Referral programme
- Sports & Social Fund
Apply today, send your updated CV. Call 01702 987900 to discuss.
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