This is a physically demanding job performed at low temperatures with frequent changes in air temperature. Medical conditions that are likely to be adversely affected by the low temperature include: asthma or other respiratory conditions (freezer air is very dry)., The list of responsibilities below is not-all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties.

Maintaining clean and tidy coldstore and ambient store rooms

Daily picking of orders for local and wholesale distribution. This includes both frozen and ambient goods

Receive and check incoming stock from external suppliers

Managing stock rotation for all product lines

Communicating with management to report any stock issues

Regular stock checks as instructed by management

Accurate recording of out of date or damaged stock

Regular checks on refrigeration units

Maintaining and replacing coldstore protective clothing

Loading of wholesale orders onto lorry. This will require a forklift truck license and can be arranged

Assist the factory team with movement of stock between factory and coldstore. This will require a forklift truck license and can be arranged

Delivery and retrieval of freezers

Cleaning of returned or outgoing freezers

Delivery and installation of point of sale (swing signs, advertising boards, etc.)

Ensure that all customer experiences are of the highest quality to maintain positive customer relationships

Cover absences that may impact the operations, including but not limited to: Delivering to customers, Assisting the Production team with the labelling of boxes and lids and providing support in the office for basic tasks such as filing documents

We are a 5th generation family-run business searching for a highly motivated individual with a can-do attitude, an ability to work well under pressure, and a passion for all things ice cream.

Ability to work at -25°C for the majority of the working day

Ability to lift and carry heavy frozen goods/point of sale/freezers

Full UK Driver's License, We are looking for a reliable individual, who possesses a right first-time mindset, outstanding problem-solving skills, and enjoys working within a fast-paced environment.

A can-do attitude

Excellent attention to detail and well-organised

Forward thinking and hands on - not afraid to get your hands dirty, literally

Honest and hardworking

Resilient and flexible

Approachable and empathetic - in other words, a real people person, 2+ years as a Warehouse Operative

Experience in a customer-facing role (highly preferred)

Confident using Microsoft applications (e.g. Word, Excel, etc.) and able to use stock control software (highly preferred)

Knowledgeable of best practices within a warehouse environment

A strong ability to balance multiple priorities so that we do not compromise our reputation for excellent service

Excellent time management skills

Good spoken and written English

Initially a temporary post, there is the possibility to extend this to a permanent role subject to satisfactory performance at the end of September.

Forklift Truck License (training can be arranged)

Health & Safety qualifications or training (e.g. IOSH)

First Aid Training

Monday - Thursday: 8am - 5:30pm

Friday - 8am - 3pm

Monday - Thursday: 10am - 4pm

Friday - 9am - noon

£12.85 per hour

20 days paid annual leave and bank holidays

Contribution to a pension scheme

Access to our company paid health cash plan, employee discount portal and a 24/7 GP service

Access to exclusive discounts on our ice cream for you, your family and friends

Due to the seasonal nature of the business, we would expect the majority of your annual leave to be taken during the winter months (October - March).

Company pension

Employee discount

Free parking

On-site parking