Job Title:  Multi-Skilled Operative - Ovensperson

Date:  14 Jun 2025
Req ID:  2965
Company:  Jordans Dorset Ryvita
Location: 

Poole, GB, BH12 3LL

Full or Part Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Permanent
Job Category:  Manufacturing

Overview of role

Location: Poole

 

We are on the lookout for a Multi-Skilled Operative - Ovensperson to join our friendly team at Jordan’s Dorset Ryvita. As part of the ABF group, we have ambitious plans for growth over the next 5 years and we need someone with the drive and passion to help us get there. 

 

The core focus of this role is to take ownership of the safe, smooth and efficient operation of machinery within the Bakery and to operate equipment within the agreed parameters and Bakery targets.

 

This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for responsibility in setting up and operating ovens, producing high quality Crispbread.

Key Accountabilities

  • To operate machinery to agreed parameters
  • To work to Bakery Standard Operating Procedures
  • To demonstrate Personal Accountability within the site and ensure that all Health, Safety & Environmental requirements are met
  • To ensure at all times safe working practices or reports unsafe acts or conditions.
  • Responsible for adhering to safe systems of work processes and acting in a safe manner to protect the health and safety of yourself and others at all times.
  • Follow all Quality systems and procedures to ensure our products meet food safety (HACCP), legal and customer requirements as well as maintaining external standards eg BRC, IFS, Femas.

 

 

Once trained as an Ovensperson, you will also be responsible for the following Ovensperson key accountabilities:

  • Set up oven for the correct recipe and monitor the baking process, adjusting the product and baking controls where necessary.
  • Conduct all necessary checks during the baking process and record them on relevant paperwork.
  • Rectifying simple oven operational faults and report more complex faults to Team Leader and Engineering Team.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of the production process and equipment to enhance performance and reduce waste.
  • Follow the safety procedures and respond appropriately to any emergency situations.

The Right Person

If you share our values... 

Integrity, Passion for Results, Superior Quality, Initiative, Recognition & Teamwork 

And you have the following skills and experiences.... 


•    Understands the Bakery process and is able to support and prioritise in a challenging and busy environment 
•    Able to make sound and timely operational decisions within Bakery Operations and understands when to escalate 
•    Risk identification in relation of HSE or Food Safety
•    Able to build effective working relationships with colleagues in all departments across the Poole site


We can offer.... 
 
•    Starting salary of £25,796.16 which will increase in increments to £28,250.04 with training
•    Bonus Scheme - up to 5% team bonus
•    Pension Scheme – up to 10% employer contributions
•    Buy holiday scheme    
•    Discounted products 
•    Health Cash Plan 
•    Career opportunities - ABF group employs 128,000 employees worldwide. 
•    Discounts on over 900 retailers on our discount platform  
•    Generous family leave policy  
•    Leadership development  
•    Group Cycle to work scheme 
•    Free Parking 

Together we inspire better wellbeing by creating a positive working environment that is rich in diversity, where we create equity in opportunities, where we can all be ourselves, and where we all feel that we belong.     

We want to ensure the recruitment process works for everyone. If you require a reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process, please email recruitment@jordansryvita.com to discuss these adjustments. 

Our brands are sold worldwide and have great credentials in environmental sustainability. 

Apply now and let's see what we can do together! 

Learn more at: www.jordansdorsetryvita.com/join or follow us on LinkedIn for vacancies. 

Our business will make you want to get up and out in the morning!  We have three strong brands, and together we grow our business with two key ingredients: delicious food and people who care.