Food Production Operative

3 days ago

Peterborough PE BT, United Kingdom Krispy Kreme Full time
Food Production Operative
Manufacturing - Peterborough
Contract: Full time Salary: £13.00

Our Krispy Kreme Factory in Peterborough is one of the key hubs of our UK operations — where our skilled Manufacturing and Logistics teams freshly make, decorate, and dispatch thousands of doughnuts every day. From here, we supply stores and cabinets across the East of England, ensuring every guest enjoys the same delicious quality we're known for. With a fast-paced environment, strong teamwork, and the unmistakable smell of freshly made doughnuts in the air, it's a fantastic place to work and be part of spreading joy behind the scenes.

At Krispy Kreme, it's not just a job it's being part of a team that spreads joy every day As one of our Krispy Kremers, you'll enjoy:

  • Free doughnut & hot drinks every shift (because you deserve a treat)
  • Generous team discounts across all our products
  • Training & development to help you grow your career with us
  • Recognition & celebrations for great work and special moments
  • Competitive pay and opportunities for progression
  • Pension scheme and life assurance (eligibility applies)
  • A fun, friendly environment where everyone's welcome and teamwork makes the magic happen.
  • Exclusive savings through our Treat Box discount platform.
  • Support Office roles eligible for Private Healthcare
  • Free access to our Wellbeing & Belonging service.

Fancy making doughnuts for a living?

At Krispy Kreme, we don't just bake treats—we create little moments of joy every single day. And now, we're on the lookout for energetic, hands-on people to help us make the magic happen behind the scenes.

Whether you've worked in food production before or you're just looking for a fresh start, if you love a good challenge and don't mind getting your hands a bit floury, keep reading

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Mixing up BIG batches of dough (bags of flour can weigh 25kg—we're not kidding)
  • Helping run the production line—proofing, frying, and finishing our iconic doughnuts
  • Keeping things clean and tidy—end-of-day cleaning is part of the gig
  • Working in a fast-paced environment where consistency and quality really matter
  • Being part of a close-knit team who have fun while getting the job done

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

  • Can work flexible shifts across 7 days (including weekends)
  • Don't mind physical work and being on your feet
  • Enjoy being part of a team and learning new skills
  • Have a positive, can-do attitude and show up ready to go

Ready to roll (dough)?

If this sounds like your kind of workplace, apply now and let's make life a little sweeter—together.

About Krispy Kreme:

Our People: We embrace diversity within our teams, so whether you're a foodie, drink lover, sport enthusiast, gym bunny, movie buff, history geek, gamer, music fan, book worm, none of the above or all the above, you'll find a friend here

Our Doughnuts: We're famous for our amazing doughnuts, but did you know that every Krispy Kreme doughnut is handmade, decorated and delivered fresh daily by one of our awesome team members?

Culture: Our culture is created through our leadership mix, of which there are a dozen (naturally): Check out our careers page for more information on our Krispy Kreme Culture

Love our planet: Our beautiful, natural world gives us our sugar, cocoa, eggs, milk, coffee, and so much more. Protecting and preserving it is vitally important to us. So, we're constantly working to reduce our environmental impact and become more sustainable in all we do. Check out our Social Responsibility page for more information.

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