Sandwich production worker Wormerveer, in Netherlands

Job description

Started in March 2001 as a small family business in Rotterdam, the client has grown into a leading producer of high-quality, artisanal, fresh, and fresh-frozen "food to go," creating popular food brands and concepts. Every year, millions of ready-to-eat wraps, sandwiches, salads, and paninis are produced for consumers on the go, at home, or at work.

Job Description & Responsibilities

1. Kitchen & Sandwich Production Department

• Core Tasks: Preparing ingredients for sandwich and wrap production (cutting, mixing, and preparing according to established job cards and work instructions). Placing products on lines, wrapping, packaging, and sorting into crates.
• Environment: Food production environment (approx. 12°C in production, 7°C in the warehouse). Protective clothing (long trousers, t-shirt/sweatshirt, long white apron, boots, and safety gear/jackets) is provided.

2. Growth Path to Line Operator

• Responsibilities as Operator / Working Frontman or Woman:
  • Completing production registrations, documentation, and following production planning schedules.
  • Supervising and coordinating up to 10–12 employees on the line as the first point of contact.
  • Operating production machines and performing first-line maintenance, troubleshooting minor malfunctions, and ensuring strict quality standards.

The standard working hours are 38 hours per week (any hours exceeding 38 hours are paid as overtime). Work schedules span 5 to 6 days a week (Monday through Saturday) during busy periods.

Available Shifts:

• • Early shift starting at 05:00 (driving license required for early travel)
  • Standard shift starting at 07:00 (shift hours roughly 07:00 – 16:00, extended when busy).

Breaks: 1 hour of unpaid break time per day.

Perks: Free sandwiches and wraps provided in the canteen during shifts!

The base salary will increase to €15.97–€16.46 gross per hour upon proving skills and transitioning into operator duties.

Overtime & Weekend Rates:

• • Overtime (after 38 hours): 125% (1.25)
  • Saturday (before 12:00): 100% / (after 12:00): 134%
  • Sundays and Public Holidays: 200% (2.0)

Requirements

• Experience & Skills: Good ability to read, count accurately, and maintain attention to detail. Strong organizational skills, proactive attitude, and a willingness to learn and grow.
• Transport: A category B driving license is required (especially to accommodate the 05:00 early shift start).
• Commitment: Available for a long-term stay of at least 6 months, with an initial 2-week trial period to prove your capabilities.
• Accommodation: Willing to share a room and common areas (kitchen, bathroom etc.) with other tenants.