Position Overview & Specifications
Chocolate Team Member – Production (Chocolatier)
The Chocolatier is an independent, artisan chocolatier based in south Bedfordshire who is proud of our creative approach and outstanding quality products. We are looking to grow our small team of passionate, fun loving, experimental Chocolatiers.
No two weeks are the same here – we produce for The Chocolatier, Boutique businesses and National and International stores. Delivering and developing exquisite chocolate confectionary and bespoke projects.
You don’t need to have loads of chocolate experience, but you do need to have a desire to learn and get stuck in! So if you have a passion for chocolate, are friendly and positive and have a drive to be part of a truly special company – read on.
Job Description:
Manufacture of various chocolate products to an exceptional standard. Example products/techniques you will have or learn:
- Chocolate Tempering
- Shelling/molding
- Ganache production
- Decoration using a variety of techniques
- Chocolate Bars
- Drinking Chocolates
Packaging of finished items
Documenting processes and conforming to company and legal requirements
Maintaining upkeep of records
Upkeep of inventory to support with stock levels and ordering
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the Chocolate Factory and surrounds
Adapting to the needs of the business as required
Support acceptance of deliveries and collections
Some light Warehouse activity may be required to support colleagues
Person Specifications:
Chocolate experience is not necessary but knowledge and understanding of food environments and standards is advantageous
Curious nature
Keen to assimilate chocolate knowledge
Ability to prioritise tasks and production
Attention to detail
Self motivated
Team worker
Record keeping
High Standards of health, hygiene, and cleanliness
Good Standard of English
Interested in understanding and developing new and innovative flavours and products
Ambitious & Driven
Location: Sandy, Bedfordshire. UK
Hours: 9-5pm Mon-Fri – This can be a full or part time role and we are happy to consider the hours/schedule that will work best for you
Remote working: No
Pay: Negotiable depending on experience
Benefits:
Company Pension
Employee Discount
Paid Lunch Break
Free onsite Parking
Potential for voluntary overtime during peak seasons
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 40 per week
Salary: £20,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sandy: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Chocolatier1