Hygiene Operative

About The Newt in Somerset

The Newt in Somerset is a truly unique destination with two distinct sides.

It is a country estate with ancient woodland, historic gardens with far-reaching views, a luxury hotel, spa, and restaurants. Attracting some 200,000 visitors per year from all over the world, our vibrant and thriving garden attraction is animated throughout the seasons by special events, workshops, and educational programmes.

The Newt in Somerset is also a fine quality food & drinks brand, running a large farm land that produces a vibrant abundance of homegrown produce in a traditional, clean and sustainable way. This includes both fresh vegetable and fruit harvest, 365 days a-year, milk and dairy production, sheep and beef pastures with our own butchery, artisan bakery, mature apple orchards and state-of-the-art cyder cellar.

Our Hygiene Operatives

A hygiene operative is responsible for ensuring that a designated area or environment is kept clean, safe, and hygienic.

• Typical duties of a hygiene operative may include:
• Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, equipment, and facilities according to established standards and procedures.
• Maintaining cleanliness of our production facilities
• Operating and maintaining cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers, and pressure washers.
• Disposing of waste and recycling materials in accordance with company policies and regulations.
• Following health and safety guidelines to minimize the risk of accidents or injuries.
• Reporting any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintaining records and documentation related to cleaning activities and schedules.

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  Hygiene Experience in a food facility would be an advantage
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good attention to detail, planning and organisation
• Ability to make independent decisions, working on own or within in a team

Benefits: Excellent Benefits package available from day one including:

• Exceptional working environment, fresh estate grown meal provided each day
• Employee Assistance Programme - Support 365 days a year
• 30% online shop discount and free delivery
• 30% discount in the shops across the estate
• 30% discount at restaurants across the estate
• 30% discount on Newt cyder and Babylonstoren wine
• 50% discount in the Spa
• Discounted hotel stays for staff
• Garden Membership
• Family Events 3 times per year
• Access to internal/external training qualifications and programmes
• Cross Training and career development opportunities