I want to work in food production - what kinds of food jobs are available?

Within the UK food industry, the area of food production covers a multitude of different roles. One of the major attractions of food jobs is that you get a glimpse of the food production process before food and drink items arrive on supermarket shelves. This is an exciting and ever-changing industry, so why not get involved?

Here are some examples of food production roles:

Butcher
To enjoy this type of work, you need to have an interest in meat and related products and also in interacting with customers. It can be a fascinating job, seeing firsthand how meat is prepared and stored, and you can pride yourself on upholding the highest standards in quality and safety. What's more, no qualifications are essential as most butchers train on the job.

Baker
Bread and baked goods are the foundation of any country's food needs. Similarly to a role as a butcher, bakers are involved at the ground level in the field of local food production. If you have an interest in cookery or food and enjoy practical work, consider being a baker in either a plant, in-house or craft bakery.

Production Operative
These food jobs are essential in the production and processing of any number of food and drink products. You need to be interested in manufacturing processes and food technology, and need to be efficient, responsible, and able to work as part of a team.