Great job - Bakery Operative Heygates Employee Review

Leadership is generally hands off and there is little micromanagement. The working hours are manageable and the shift pattern is reasonable. The day to day workload is not overly demanding.

Good performance is not rewarded in a meaningful way. Progression opportunities are very limited. Rules and expectations are not applied consistently across the team. Some employees appear to be treated more favourably than others. Raising concerns often feels unproductive. Team culture is undermined by gossip and favouritism. Long term pay growth appears limited.

They'll give you a truck

This is a review of a workplace that I am not satisfied with. This company is full of extremes, which evokes mixed feelings. The positives include the opportunity to gain Class 2 and Class 1 experience. Unfortunately, the work is very demanding; you have to carry bags of flour on your shoulder, each weighing 16 kg, to the bakery, and no one offers assistance. Routes are planned in a nonsensical way, causing time losses. Compensation is based on the number of miles and tons collected, but agencies can steal a few hours weekly. The trailers and trucks are very old, often raising concerns about safety. The office seems okay, but when you have a problem, no one is willing to help. I experienced a situation where I helped a customer, and then I was left alone in the parking lot, missing 42 minutes to return to the base. This resulted in my wife losing her job as she didn't have a commuting vehicle. The company doesn't prioritize employee safety and isn't concerned about personal lives. To me, it's like a circus run by amateurs. Despite my negative experience, I've seen fanatics of this company. If you're desperately seeking experience, it might be okay, but if you're desperately looking for a job, I advise against it. This place is a lie, with tough and hazardous work."