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Maintenance Operative

The additional Benefits of being part of the BEST team!

  • 10% Tesco discount, which increases to 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks (all discounts apply to home delivery)
  • 20% discount on F&F Clothing
  • 10% discount at Tesco Café
  • 10% Booker discount
  • Pizza Hut Restaurants: 25% discount after 3pm, excludes buffet and deals
  • 25% discount at selected Burger King restaurants
  • Contributory Pension.
  • 1 year life assurance for all colleagues; or 3 years if you join the pension scheme
  • Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family & the opportunity to join a healthcare cash plan.
  • An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including cinema vouchers & a cycle to work scheme
  • A great holiday package – 29 days pro rata                 

We operate the UK’s ONLY flexible multi-temp, shared customer delivery logistics network.  We buy, warehouse, pick and distribute products to the nation’s best loved food and drink brands every single day and provide the best experience to our customers.

We are currently recruiting a Site Engineers to Ensure first-class maintenance services are delivered at the 2 Hoddesdon sites. Adhering to legislative requirements and meeting agreed KPI’s & SLA’s across the distribution centre.

  • Ensuring that all plant, systems, infrastructure, and equipment run optimally with minimal downtime
  • Be the first point of contact for all site maintenance issues 
  • Diagnosing faults
  • Undertaking planned maintenance
  • Responding to major equipment breakdowns
  • Working with the Facilities Team to manage budgets
  • To ensure the distribution centre meets legal compliance for maintenance.
  • Effectively manage Facilities 3rd party contractors
  • Attend regular meetings to review, plan and prioritise activity

Hours of Work:

8.00am - 16.00pm Monday to Friday however flexibility maybe required, dependent on the needs of the business. Weekend working and/or public holidays may be required.

  • TEC/City & Guilds or time served apprenticeship in an electrical/mechanical environment or building services
  • Ability to prioritise workload
  • Practical skills 
  • Good diagnostic and problem-solving skills
  • Some heavy lifting, ladder work/working at heights and the use of power tools
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Health and Safety knowledge
  • Similar experience in a Logistics environment familiar with multi temperature storage
  • Good understanding of Microsoft software
Closing Date:
5th September 2025
Department:
Ops Support Roles
Hours:
40
Location:
Hoddesdon,
Reference Number:
booker/TP/246930/27182
Salary:
Competitive
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Warehouse Operative

The additional Benefits of being part of the BEST team!

  • 10% Tesco discount, which increases to 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks (all discounts apply to home delivery)
  • 20% discount on F&F Clothing
  • 10% discount at Tesco Café
  • 10% Booker discount
  • Pizza Hut Restaurants: 25% discount after 3pm, excludes buffet and deals
  • 25% discount at selected Burger King restaurants
  • Contributory Pension.
  • Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family & the opportunity to join a healthcare cash plan.
  • An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including cinema vouchers & a cycle to work scheme
  • A great holiday package – 29 days pro rata

We operate the UK’s ONLY flexible multi-temp, shared customer delivery logistics network.  We buy, warehouse, pick and distribute products to the nation’s best loved food and drink brands every single day and provide the best experience to our customers.

We are looking for Warehouse Operative to join our team with a real can-do attitude who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service and willing to go the extra mile for our customers.

  • Are you enthusiastic, committed & driven to achieve effective results and reach all targets?
  • Do you take pride in your work and look at ways to improve not only your own performance but that of the team and business as a whole?
  • Do you have previous experience working in a fast-paced warehouse?
  • Are you flexible in working a 5-day rolling rota shift pattern where you are contracted to work weekends and Bank/Public holidays?

If you have answered yes to all the above and want to be part of the BEST team, then we may have the perfect role for you.

As a Warehouse Operative, the role is not just about picking the right products for delivery, but ensuring our customers get the best service and all products are received in immaculate condition.

Working Hours:

40 hours per week, 09.00am - 17.30pm, working 5 days over 7 on a rolling rota which will include weekends and public holidays.

  • The accurate picking and dispatch of goods using voice technology
  • Checking quality, shelf life and ensuring packaging is robust in preparation for delivery
  • Ensuring all products are assembled and methodically stacked to the highest standard for our clients.
  • Working with all team members to ensure that corporate goals and operational KPI’s are consistently achieved and maintained
  • Compliance at all times with relevant legislation involved in Food Safety and Food Hygiene
  • Health and Safety and reporting procedures relevant to your role
  • Consistently operating a clean as you go principle
  • Full cooperation with other departments/depots to ensure maximum efficiencies are met
  • Always maintaining a professional and polite attitude
  • Playing your part in ensuring audits are passed by adhering to all process and procedures applicable to your role
  • Undertake any other duties that may from time to time prove necessary

 

Health & Safety is vital within this role therefore you will be expected to comply with all requirements of the Health and Safety policy and procedure including safety checks of all equipment before use and wearing Personal Protective Equipment. Safety starts with you!

We look forward to you joining the BEST team!

Closing Date:
4th September 2025
Department:
Warehouse
Hours:
40
Location:
Hoddesdon
Reference Number:
booker/TP/246930/27167
Salary:
£30,659 per annum
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Warehouse Team Manager

Pension, 21 days Holiday, Healthcare Cash Plan, Personal Accident Scheme.

 

The additional Benefits of being part of the BEST team!

  • 10% Tesco discount, which increases to 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks (all discounts apply to home delivery)
  • 20% discount on F&F Clothing & Tesco Café 
  • 10% Booker discount
  • 25% discount at all Pizza Express & Pizza Hut Restaurants (exc. buffet & deals)
  • 25% discount at selected Burger King restaurants
  • Pension – save up to 6% and Best will match your contribution 
  • 1 year life assurance for all colleagues; or 3 years if you join the pension scheme 
  • Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family & the opportunity to join a healthcare cash plan
  • An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including cinema vouchers & a cycle to work scheme

We operate the UK’s ONLY flexible multi-temp, shared customer delivery logistics network.  We buy, warehouse, pick and distribute the entire stock that goes into our customer’s stores across the UK, priding ourselves on quality of service.

 

We are currently seeking a motivated and dynamic Team Manager to join our Warehouse Team. In this role, you’ll lead and inspire our Warehouse Operatives, driving daily performance to meet productivity goals and deliver excellent customer service.

 


  • Lead by example to maintain safety, performance, and morale standards; promote a respectful and achievement-oriented work environment
  • Train, coach, and support team members to meet operational standards; identify development needs and conduct 3/7/11 probation reviews
  • Motivate staff through clear communication of targets, recognition, and constructive feedback
  • Ensure delivery of internal/external customer requirements by managing shift demands and resolving issues effectively
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping, hygiene, and food safety compliance across the warehouse
  • Ensure team understanding and adherence to company policies, procedures, and relevant legislation such as Health & Safety, Food Safety
  • Lead or support disciplinary and grievance processes
  • Monitor team behaviour, attendance and escalate concerns or trends as needed
  • Minimise stock loss through proactive management and oversight
  • Build positive relationships across departments and management teams
  • Demonstrate flexibility in working shifts, including weekends and Bank Holidays, to meet operational requirements

Essential:

  • Good managerial experience in a warehouse environment
  • Experience in a multi-temperature environment
  • Must be numerate, literate and highly organised
  • Must have good keyboard skills and proficient in Excel & Word
  • A team player with excellent communication skills

      Desirable:

  • Knowledge of Food safety regulations
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
  • Knowledge of Voice Technology systems
Closing Date:
5th September 2025
Department:
Supervisor
Hours:
40 hours per week working 4 days on, 4 days off which will include weekends and public holidays
Location:
Hoddesdon
Reference Number:
booker/TP/246930/27159
Salary:
Competitive
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Assistant Shift Manager (nights)

Pension, 21 days Holiday, Healthcare Cash Plan, Personal Accident Scheme.

 

The additional Benefits of being part of the BEST team!

  • 10% Tesco discount, which increases to 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks (all discounts apply to home delivery)
  • 20% discount on F&F Clothing & Tesco Café 
  • 10% Booker discount
  • 25% discount at all Pizza Express & Pizza Hut Restaurants (exc. buffet & deals)
  • 25% discount at selected Burger King restaurants
  • Pension – save up to 6% and Best will match your contribution 
  • 1 year life assurance for all colleagues; or 3 years if you join the pension scheme 
  • Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family & the opportunity to join a healthcare cash plan
  • An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including cinema vouchers & a cycle to work scheme

We operate the UK’s ONLY flexible multi-temp, shared customer delivery logistics network.  We buy, warehouse, pick and distribute the entire stock that goes into our customer’s stores across the UK, priding ourselves on quality of service.

 

We are looking for an Assistant Shift Manager to Join our fast-paced, reactive transport team. You’ll play a key role in delivering the daily plan, overseeing loading activities, and managing attendance and absence records.

 

You’ll also support the Shift Manager across all areas of transport operations and people management, helping ensure smooth and compliant performance throughout the shift.

  • Oversee the dispatch board, record colleague arrivals, and ensure timely route departures
  • Manage and report colleague absences effectively
  • Coordinate with staffing agencies to fill operational gaps as needed
  • Conduct colleague meetings, including welfare check-ins, investigations, and disciplinary hearings
  • Support the monitoring and enforcement of legal transport compliance standards
  • Collaborate with the warehouse team to resolve loading and operational issues
  • Perform routine driver licence checks to ensure compliance
  • Assign and track vehicles using the fleet monitoring system
  • Prepare and process reports related to driver infringements
  • Investigate personal and vehicle incidents 
  • Provide operational support across all areas of the transport function as required

Essential:

 

  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
  • Office and administrative experience at management level
  • High degree of confidentiality, accuracy & effective communication
  • Ability to lead an effective team
  • Ability to challenge influence and give feedback
  • Technical capability around systems and process flows
  • Intermediate level of all Microsoft packages
  • Ability to build effective relationships within & across departments
  • High level of problem solving and resilience 
  • Tachomaster and Microlise experience

 

Desirable:

 

  • CPC trained qualification
  • SAP experience

 

Closing Date:
3rd September 2025
Department:
Supervisor
Hours:
48 hours a week
Location:
Hoddesdon
Reference Number:
booker/TP/246930/27137
Salary:
Competitive
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Distribution Centre Manager

Pension, 29 days Holiday, Healthcare Cash Plan, Personal Accident Scheme, Private Healthcare.

 

The additional Benefits of being part of the BEST team!

  • 10% Tesco discount, which increases to 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks (all discounts apply to home delivery)
  • 20% discount on F&F Clothing & Tesco Café 
  • 10% Booker discount
  • 25% discount at all Pizza Express & Pizza Hut Restaurants (exc. buffet & deals)
  • 25% discount at selected Burger King restaurants
  • Pension – save up to 6% and Best will match your contribution 
  • 1 year life assurance for all colleagues; or 4 years if you join the pension scheme 
  • Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family & the opportunity to join a healthcare cash plan
  • An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including cinema vouchers & a cycle to work scheme

We operate the UK’s ONLY flexible multi-temp, shared customer delivery logistics network.   We buy, warehouse, pick and distribute the entire stock that goes into our customer’s stores across the UK, priding ourselves on quality of service.

 

We are on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced Distribution Centre Manager to lead our Hoddesdon site. This is a pivotal leadership role where you'll drive operational excellence, champion customer service, and shape the future of food logistics.

  • Lead all site operations to meet service, cost, and profit targets
  • Deliver a first-class service to our customers while building strong relationships
  • Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with our business goals
  • Inspire and lead cross-functional teams, fostering a high-performance culture
  • Drive continuous improvement, safety, and compliance across warehouse and transport
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to shape business direction and mitigate risks
  • Champion talent development and succession planning
  • Build strong relationships with Operational Management in our shared facility
  • Strategic thinking and sound judgement
  • High energy and commitment to excellence
  • Strong numerical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective delegation and planning
  • Integrity, compliance, and decisiveness

Essential:

  • Proven experience in logistics and food distribution.
  • Strong P&L and cost-to-serve modelling expertise.
  • Skilled in budget management and margin improvement.
  • Track record of leading high-performance warehouse and transport operations.
  • Senior management experience.
  • Experience leading large, high-performing teams.
  • Ability to spot and develop talent at all levels.
  • Role model Winning Manager behaviours.
  • Champion inclusivity and team engagement.

 

Desirable:

  • Familiarity with WMS, TMS or similar platforms.
  • CPC qualification.
  • Knowledge of sector-specific regulations (e.g. driver hours, food safety, H&S).
Closing Date:
27th August 2025
Department:
Distribution Managers
Hours:
40
Location:
Hoddesdon,
Reference Number:
booker/TP/246930/27039
Salary:
Competitive
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Driver Class 2 (nights)

The additional Benefits of being part of the BEST team!

  • 10% Tesco discount, which increases to 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks (all discounts apply to home delivery)
  • 20% discount on F&F Clothing
  • 10% discount at Tesco Café
  • 10% Booker discount
  • Pizza Hut Restaurants: 25% discount after 3pm, excludes buffet and deals
  • 25% discount at selected Burger King restaurants
  • Contributory Pension.
  • 1 year life assurance for all colleagues; or 3 years if you join the pension scheme
  • Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family & the opportunity to join a healthcare cash plan.
  • An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including cinema vouchers & a cycle to work scheme
  • A great holiday package – 24 days      

We operate the UK’s ONLY flexible multi-temp, shared customer delivery logistics network.  We buy, warehouse, pick and distribute products to the nation’s best loved food and drink brands every single day and provide the best experience to our customers.

Our LGV Drivers do more than a ‘driving job’.  Our Drivers are the ‘face’ of our organisation, leaving everyone they meet with a positive impression of them and Best Food Logistics.

This is a demanding but rewarding role which involves manual handling and multi-drop deliveries.  You should therefore be confident to drive and deliver to various outlets throughout the UK.

Working Hours:

48 hours per week, working 4 days over 7 which may include weekends and public holidays.

Potential Overtime available.

Role and Responsibilities:

  • Deliver products to our customers, intact, on time and in full as per the delivery schedule
  • Completion of documentation such as delivery notes, credits, and collections
  • Adhere to all Driving Legislation and Working Time Regulations
  • Follow Health and Safety procedures and be responsible for your own and other’s Health and Safety
  • Full compliance of Food safety Legislation and Chill Chain Standards
  • Ensure LGV is maintained and safe e.g., safety checks and completion of defect book
  • Collect all empty equipment from the customer
  • Cooperate fully with the driver debrief procedure and undertake any other duties as directed by the Shift Management team

It is essential that you hold a current LGV Class 2 driving licence and a valid CPC card.

We look forward to you joining the BEST team!

 

Closing Date:
31st August 2025
Department:
Driver
Hours:
48 hours
Location:
Hoddesdon
Reference Number:
booker/TP/246930/26963
Salary:
£45,626.09 per annum inclusive of allowance
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