Join Our Team as a CASUAL Cookie Production Operative

We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our friendly Production team on a CASUAL basis, supporting our busy bakery during peak periods.

As a Casual Cookie Production Operative, you’ll be at the heart of a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment, helping to produce our delicious range of cookies to the highest standards. If you thrive in a hands‑on role where precision, consistency, and teamwork matter, we’d love to hear from you.

Hours of Work

Day Shift: 06:00 – 16:30
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (with one day off in the week, this will be TBC)
Hourly Rate: £13.55 (Band 2)

Important: This is CASUAL employment

This role is offered on a casual basis, meaning:

• Shifts are offered in line with business needs

• There is no guarantee of ongoing or fixed hours

• Hours may vary from week to week

While casual roles can sometimes lead to permanent opportunities, this cannot be guaranteed.

The Role: What You’ll Be Doing

• Work within a busy bakery production environment producing cookies in large volumes

• Accurately measure and mix ingredients using standardised recipes

• Operate and monitor bakery equipment such as mixers, ovens, and cooling racks

• Portion, shape, bake and package cookies efficiently while maintaining quality

• Monitor baking times and temperatures to ensure consistency

• Identify and resolve production issues quickly to avoid delays

• Maintain a clean and hygienic production area throughout your shift

• Follow strict cleaning schedules and food hygiene protocols

• Clean equipment, utensils, and surfaces to food safety standards

• Manage waste disposal and restock cleaning supplies as needed

• Carry out regular quality checks for taste, texture, and appearance

• Ensure consistent portion sizes, shape, and finish

• Report and address any quality concerns promptly

• Adhere to food safety regulations and allergen-handling procedures

• Ensure correct storage of ingredients and finished products

• Wear appropriate PPE and maintain accurate records where required

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in food production or manufacturing is desirable but not essential

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment

• A reliable team player with a positive, flexible attitude

• Willingness to adapt to different tasks as required

Why Join Us?

By joining our bakery as a Casual Operative, you’ll gain valuable experience in a fast‑moving food production environment while supporting a growing and successful business. Many of our casual roles provide a pathway into longer‑term opportunities.

We’re proud of our supportive team culture and are passionate about helping our people grow and develop.

Proper Perks

Even as a casual team member, you’ll enjoy our fantastic onsite benefits, including:

• Free cookies, pasties, and pastries every day

• Weekly free fruit

• Subsidised canteen meals

• Monthly treats and regular BBQs

• Bake competitions and festive celebrations

• Free use of local spa and golf facilities (St Austell)

• Mental Health First Aiders on-site

• Company-funded Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme

• Employment anniversary cash awards and £500 referral bonuses

• Staff discounts on cookies, cakes, and pastries

• Local business discounts

• Excellent career development opportunities

• Great company communication and supportive teams

We live by our values: Customer First, Honesty, Quality, Friendliness and Passion, and we’re proud to make the world a better place one delicious bake at a time.

If you’re a team player with a ‘can do’ attitude, enjoy hands‑on work, and are looking for flexible, casual employment, apply today!