Production Team Member - (fixed term contract, evening shifts)
Reporting To: Production Manager/Shift Team Leader
Location: The Nest, Woods Way, Goring-by-Sea, BN12 4QY
Contract Type: Part Time (32-40 hours per week) - Fixed Term Contract
Who are Bird & Blend Tea co?
Bird & Blend was set up and is run by Krisi and Mike, who met whilst studying Politics (of all things!) at university. Starting off packing tea in their bedroom and attending markets, building Bird & Blend from scratch while staying true to our ethos and values has been Krisi and Mike’s passion. Now with an awesome team, multiple retail stores & a thriving international online store, Bird & Blend is leading the way in tea innovation in the UK. You can read heaps more information about us and our mission
here:https://www.birdandblendtea.com/pages/our-story
The Business Context & Purpose
- Currently ~ 160 employees over our warehouse , retail locations across the UK, and support centre functions. In the next couple of years we intend to expand the retail network to include a total of 24 stores.
- Over next 3 years our purpose is to To be known & loved as a great place to work, that empowers our people to:
- Deliver awesome experiences that make our customers smile
- Build a community of ambassadors to tell the story and spread the word
- Develop trailblazing products & experiences in our magical world of tea
Why We Need You
As a production Team Member you are key to ensuring that daily stock builds are completed, the departments run efficiently and safely whilst maintaining the highest standards! As a Team Member you will be weighing up tea and matcha, running machinery, assembling packaging, boxing up stock and mastering the Sticky Chai blending process - these are just a few of the tasks you’ll complete daily. Full training will be given for this role but possessing the following traits will all be essential: efficiency, competitiveness, organisation, cleanliness & very high standards with an eye for detail.
What are the responsibilities?
- Creating our wide range of tea, matcha and sticky chai products to a high standard to ensure we deliver the best experience to our customers.
- To help ensure that the department KPIs are worked towards and met as part of a team.
- Drinking TEA-licious cuppas.
- Assist with daily setup, task transitions, and end-of-day clean-downs to ensure high standards are met and maintailed. This is integral in keeping with the food safety and hygiene standards of the department.
- To have a general understanding of Health & Safety Food Hygiene (full training provided).
- Whether you’re working on an individual task or part of a group production line you will be a logical thinker, practically minded, and above all you will be a real team player.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for team members to work the following shifts:
- Working hours: Up to 5 days per week working 6-8 hours per day/32-40 hours per week. The shift pattern for this role will be 15:30pm - 22:00pm. Our operational days are Sunday-Friday. Regular Sunday shifts will be required.
- Location: Bird and Blend, Woods Way, Goring-by-Sea, BN12 4QY
- Preferred start date: ASAP.
Our Values:
- We’re Spreading Happiness: It’s more than a tagline – we infuse a smile into everything we do to make the world a slightly happier place. Creating rewarding jobs where everyone feels valued & fulfilled naturally leads to team members who deliver great experiences for our customers. We actively participate in our local communities and contribute positively to the global ecosystem of suppliers & partners.
- We’re Passionate People: Our passion fuels everything we do. We do things properly and create richer experiences & unique products that feel truly special & magical. Passion is the secret ingredient for everything from everyday tasks to major innovations.
- We’re Individuals: We celebrate individuality in all its forms, recognising that everyone brings something unique to the team. We respect what makes others different, and together, we create a space where everyone can shine.
- We Give & Take Empowerment: We trust our people to own their work and make decisions with confidence. Empowerment means that each individual across every department takes responsibility and initiative, driving positive experiences and proactive solutions.
- We Are One Team: We work towards shared goals and one vision. No matter our areas of focus, we work together, helping one another to create magic and drive the success of the business.
- We’re Always Moving Forward: Curiosity and a thirst for knowledge keep us moving forward. We challenge the status quo, embracing change and learning from our mistakes, always adapting and growing.
Are there any perks?
Of course there are, for all the hard work you will get:
- To be a member of a growing 'scale up' independent brand that genuinely cares about its team and will support its team members in any areas in which they wish to grow.
- To be a member of a friendly & supportive team who likes to have fun at work.
- Free drinks & snacks in the office.
- Monthly tea allowance and a generous staff discount.
- Membership of company pension scheme (if applicable).
- Holiday accrual that grows with loyalty.
- Life insurance and income protection
- Life Happens Leave
- Paid volunteer days.
- Dog-friendly office.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all, applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application or interview process please let us know.
