Food Production Assistant
| Posting date: | 11 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.50 to £25 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 September 2025 |
| Location: | Gatwick, West Sussex, rh6 0pe |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | JN -082025-8084_1754930982 |
Summary
Location: Perimeter Road, Crawley
Pay & Schedule
Hourly Rate: £12.50
Overtime Rates: £18.75 (standard), £25.00 (bank holidays)
Shift Patterns:
- 05:00-13:30
Rotas: 4 on 2 off
Start Date: AUGUST/SEPTEMBER
Contract Type: Ongoing, Temp to Perm Opportunities available
Flexibility Required: Must be available for the above listed shift pattern
What's in it for You?
- Free On-Site Parking
- Complimentary Meals & Drinks on Shift
- Uniform & PPE Provided
- Full Training - No Experience Needed
- Immediate Starts (after aviation background checks)
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- As a Food Production Assistant, you will support our kitchen area. Duties include:
- Preparing food trays and airline meal sets
- Conducting temperature and quality assurance checks
- Receiving, unpacking, and organising stock
- Ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety protocols
- Working in a cold environment
- Heavy lifting (up to 25kg)
- Working with all types of meat and alcohol products
Who We're Looking For
- Reliable and punctual team players
- Willing to work across multiple departments
- Able to lift and move catering equipment safely
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
- No prior experience needed - just a great attitude
Pre-Employment Requirements (Due to CAA Regulations)
To work in this aviation role, all candidates must:
- Pass a Criminal Record Check (paid for by us)
- Provide a 5-year checkable work and address history (we assist with this)
- Hold valid, in-date photo ID (passport, driving licence, or ID card)
- Attend a paid Aviation Security Course
- Be eligible to work in the UK
Ready for Take-off?
If you're enthusiastic, hard-working, and ready to join a global leader in airline catering - this is your opportunity.
Apply Now and start your journey with Aviation Connection and our client at London Gatwick Airport. We look forward to welcoming you on board!