Food Packer

Food Packer


Company
Cocotte - Healthy Rotisserie
Location
London
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
18 days ago
Via
via LinkedIn

Job Description
• Job Title:** Packing Assistant (CPK)
• Location:** CPK Central Production Kitchen
• Hours:** 20 hours per week
• Shift:** Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (20 hours per week)

### **About the Role**

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Packing Assistant to join our Central Production Kitchen (CPK). You will be responsible for packing freshly prepared food, ensuring all orders are accurate, labelled correctly, and ready for delivery to our customers.

### **Key Responsibilities**
• Pack food items according to company specifications.
• Label products accurately with the correct information.
• Ensure all orders are complete and packed correctly.
• Maintain high food hygiene and safety standards.
• Keep the packing area clean, organised, and tidy.
• Assist with stock rotation and storage where required.
• Support the kitchen team with general duties when needed.

### **Requirements**
• Previous experience in food production or packing is desirable but not essential.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
• Understanding of food hygiene is an advantage (training can be provided).

### **What We Offer**
• 20 hours per week with consistent shifts.
• **Free staff meal during your shift.**
• Full training provided.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for career progression within the company.

If you’re organised, reliable, and enjoy working in a busy kitchen environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the National Living Wage for packing jobs in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The UK Government sets the National Living Wage at £12.50 per hour for packing operatives aged 21 and over as of 1 April 2026. Workers under 21 receive £10.75 per hour and those under 18 receive £8.60 per hour with no exceptions for warehouse packing roles. Overtime must be paid at the same minimum rate.
Q Do I need a visa to apply for packing jobs in the United Kingdom as a non-UK resident in 2026?
Non-UK citizens require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed employer or a Temporary Work visa for seasonal packing roles under the Seasonal Worker Scheme which runs until 31 December 2026. The visa application fee is £719 for up to 3 years and applicants must show £1,270 in savings unless the sponsor covers maintenance.
Q What education or experience is required for packing jobs in the United Kingdom?
No formal qualifications are required for entry-level packing jobs but applicants must be at least 16 years old and hold the right to work in the UK. Employers typically require a basic CV showing any warehouse or manual handling experience and a valid passport or birth certificate for right-to-work checks.
Q What documents do I need to apply for a packing job in the United Kingdom?
Applications require a passport or birth certificate, National Insurance number, proof of address dated within 3 months, and bank details for payment. If applying via an agency a P45 or P60 from previous employment must also be provided within 7 days of starting.
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