Hygiene Operative at GrowUp Farms
Sandwich CT13 9FA, , United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jul, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Apr, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Chemicals, Manufacturing

Industry

Hospitality

Description

ABOUT US

We’re on a mission to change the world by growing better. As a B-Corp certified, energy-saving, sustainably powered vertical farm, we’re transforming the way food is grown—creating delicious, nutritious, and affordable produce that doesn’t cost the earth.
We believe in bold ambitions and simple solutions, tackling one of the world’s biggest challenges: sustainable food production. Our moonshot? By 2050, 1 in 3 people will be eating vertically farmed food, proving we can feed a growing world using less land.
At our core, we believe in:
Standing Tall – We do what we say we’re going to do. We take pride in our work.
Thinking Big – We embrace bold ambitions while avoiding unnecessary complexity.
Growing Together – We’re one team, collaborating and challenging each other to unlock our full potential.
Being Deep Rooted – We do the right thing, even when no one is looking. We care about people, the planet, and our business.
Now, we’re looking for a Hygiene Operative to join us and help drive this mission forward.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT & TEAMWORK

  • Looking for efficiency improvements and challenging existing processes where necessary.
  • Creating and maintaining a tidy work environment, following the “clean as you go” policy.
  • Supporting and promoting an active food safety and health & safety culture.
    Throughout your work, you’ll be encouraged to think big, embracing innovation while keeping solutions efficient and effective.

WHAT SKILLS YOU SHOULD HAVE

We’re looking for someone who is deep rooted, passionate about people, the planet, and (of course) leafy greens, someone who thrives in a collaborative and purpose driven environment.

Must have skills:

  • Attention to Detail – Ensuring high hygiene and safety standards are consistently met.
  • Understanding of Food Hygiene Standards – Knowledge of cleaning best practices in a food production environment.
  • Team Player – Ability to collaborate with colleagues to maintain a clean and safe workspace.

Nice to have skills:

  • Experience in a Hygiene or Cleaning Role – Particularly in a food production or manufacturing setting.
  • Knowledge of COSHH Regulations – Understanding safe handling of chemicals and cleaning agents.
Responsibilities

YOUR ROLE

We’re looking for a Hygiene Operative to ensure our vertical farm remains a clean, safe, and hygienic environment that meets, if not exceeds, all food hygiene standards. This role is essential to maintaining operational excellence by supporting the production of high-quality food products in a hygienic setting.
Location: This role will be based in Sandwich with a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.
You’ll work closely with the production, quality, and technical teams, playing a key role in maintaining hygiene standards across the facility. As part of this role, you’ll be expected to stand tall—delivering results with integrity and accountability.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

A typical day may involve working in the following areas, carrying out key hygiene tasks:

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE IN THIS ROLE

  • 3 months in – You’ve rooted yourself in our business, built strong relationships, and understand our hygiene procedures inside out.
  • 6 months in – You’ve taken ownership of hygiene tasks, identified areas for improvement, and are contributing to process efficiency.
  • 12 months in – You’ve driven measurable impact in hygiene standards, helping shape best practices for the future.
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