Production Operative

Gate Gourmet

West Drayton, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Advertised Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate

Ref#: 146881

Join Our Team at Gate Gourmet!
Be Part of Something Big – Help Us Serve Millions of Airline Meals Every Day!

📍 Location: Gate Group, Prologis Park, Stockley Road, Unit DC4, West Drayton UB7 9FN
🕒 Hours: Full-time, shift work – various shifts available (including day, evening, and night shifts with a 10% premium from 12am–4am)
💷 Pay: Competitive hourly rate
📄 Contract: 12-month fixed term (with the chance to go permanent!)

 

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll be part of a busy, friendly team helping to prepare, pack, and deliver meals for airline passengers. You’ll work in different areas, such as:

  • Meal production (Handling food including raw food, meat products and allergens)
  • Bond/Pick & Pack (Products can be heavy! We can train you on the Forklift Trucks)
  • Warehouse/Stores (Some areas require you to work in Chillers 3° / Freezers -18°)
  • Dishwashing (Including waste disposal & recycling)

Every day is different, and there’s always something to do!

 

Your Main Tasks

  • Follow safety and hygiene rules
  • Keep your work area clean and organised
  • Work well with your team and supervisors
  • Help out where needed in different departments
  • Report any issues or accidents quickly
  • Support with quality checks and improvements

 

What We’re Looking For

  • Good English and Maths
  • A positive, team-focused attitude
  • Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexibility to move between different areas
  • Experience in a warehouse or similar role is a bonus – but not a must!


What You’ll Get

  • ✅ Full training when you start
  • ✅ A supportive team and great working environment
  • ✅ Free parking on site
  • ✅ Free canteen for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – with hot and cold options
  • ✅ Lockers and changing rooms provided, plus winter clothing for colder months
  • ✅ Regular football and cricket tournaments for a bit of fun off-shift
  • ✅ 30-minute main break and 15-minute short break each shift
  • ✅ 10% night shift premium (12am–4am)
  • ✅ Chance to learn new skills and grow in the company
  • ✅ Opportunities for permanent roles and promotion


 

What Happens Next?

After you apply:

  • We’ll contact you to explain the next steps
  • You’ll complete a short video interview and a quick English/Maths check
  • If successful, we’ll invite you to meet us for a friendly, informal chat


We’ll keep you updated the whole way—so you’re never left guessing!

Apply now and be part of a team that makes a difference—meal by meal!

Apply Now
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