Warehouse/Coldstore Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
About Friars Pride
We are a successful family-owned business that spans over three generations. We supply Fats & Oils, Frozen Foods, Ambient Foods, and Fish into the Fish & Chip, Fast Food, Catering and Bakery sectors. We have grown to become a premier supplier with a fleet of vehicles delivering to the Midlands, South Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, the East, the South, the South East, and the South West of England. We have grown over the years and now employ up to 200 people across the UK.
About the position
“If you want to join a market leader in the food service sector and be part of a successful company look no further”.
Having gone from strength to strength we are now looking to further improve our customer service offering and as a result are recruiting for enthusiastic and experienced warehouse operatives to join our Peterborough depot. In addition to working in the warehouse there will be an opportunity to do occasional van deliveries and there is an opportunity for you to obtain your LGV Class 2 licence in the future with Friars Pride.
This is a great opportunity for either an experienced warehouse operative or someone looking to forge out a long-term rewarding career working for a very successful business.
What will you be doing?
- Freezer working
- Putting stock away when delivered.
- Replenishing pick areas
- Using forklifts or other warehouse equipment
- Keeping accurate records
- Stock management
- Complying with health and safety requirements
- Cleaning the warehouse
- Maintaining equipment
- Making a difference
Requirements
- Working in a team.
- Who we are looking for:
- A positive team player
- Willingness to learn and be part of the team
- Taking a pride in what you do
- Enjoy a challenge
- Customer focused
- Good communication skills
- UK Driving Licence
- Relevant MHE Licences – Reach and Counterbalance
In return we are offering:
- An hourly rate of £10.61
- The opportunity for you to obtain your LGV Class 2 licence in the future
- An attractive benefits package including pension and life assurance schemes
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.61 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Warehouse/Coldstore Operative roles across Friars Pride's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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