Why join us?
Where passion meets purpose and each day brings new opportunities for success
At Premier Foods we believe in the power of our people to shape our future. A career is more than a profession, it's a journey of growth, collaboration and making a meaningful impact.
Inclusion and diversity
The core of our inclusion and diversity (I&D) strategy is to provide a safe environment so everyone feels they can bring their true authentic selves to work and thrive. This is also vital for the sustainability of our business as everyone stands to benefit when we embrace and value diversity of thoughts, ideas, and ways of working. In addition to our I&D policy and strategy, we have delivered training to thousands of colleagues to ensure colleagues have an I&D learning experience and added I&D awareness to all our new starter induction programmes. We have also established an I&D Steering Committee and created four Employee Resource Groups focused on Gender, Multicultural, Health & Disability and LGBTQ+.
Our inclusion and diversity commitments
- To create a psychologically safe work environment that promotes inclusion, dignity and respect for all.
- To foster a work environment where individual differences and contributions are recognised, valued and where all can thrive.
- To treat colleagues fairly when it comes to promotion, progression, training and development, with all decisions made in line with business needs as well as individual aptitude and ability, including when and where we select candidates for employment.
- To encourage colleagues to raise concerns if they feel they have been subject to discrimination so we can apply corrective measures.
- To regularly review our employment practices and procedures so that inclusion & diversity is achieved.
- To monitor and review our culture on a regular basis to ensure that inclusion & diversity is continually promoted and adhered to within our workplace.
25 days paid holiday plus public holidays
25 days paid holiday plus public holidays (pro-rated for part-time colleagues). We also offer colleagues in certain locations the option to buy extra annual leave.
Pension and life assurance
Defined contribution pension scheme which includes four times salary life assurance.
Generous maternity and paternity schemes
We have generous maternity and paternity schemes for eligible colleagues. Our maternity leave entitlement for those with one year’s continuous service is up to 22 weeks full basic pay. Paid paternity leave entitlement is six weeks.
Cycle to work
Colleagues can get fit and healthy whilst reducing their carbon footprint with our Cycle to Work scheme. The scheme allows colleagues to spread the cost of purchasing a bike and/or cycling equipment across a 12 month period, with the cost deducted from gross salary as part of a salary sacrifice scheme, saving on both Income Tax and National Insurance, provided colleagues meet the necessary criteria.
Healthcare and dental support
We have a voluntary health cash plan and access to a digital GP service providing 24/7 free video consultations. Additionally, a private healthcare scheme is available for specific job grades, and we offer access to dental cash plans to cover the cost of regular check-ups with dentists and hygienists and treatment for pre-existing conditions.
Access to various colleague discount schemes
We have fantastic discounts at a host of retailers, which can range from helping with the weekly food shop to health and wellbeing offers such as gym memberships.
Employee assistance programme
Free, confidential support is available 24/7 via our employee assistance programme that can provide counselling and mental health support, legal advice and financial wellbeing support.
Access to Care Concierge Service
We provide a free confidential telephone advisory service to help colleagues understand and ask questions regarding later life care for themselves or a loved one.
Access to free digital learning material
Colleagues can gain access to training tips, advice and modules through various e-learning materials.
Annual Sharesave scheme
Offered to all colleagues, the annual Sharesave scheme is a great way to save directly from after tax pay each month and gives the opportunity to buy discounted shares in Premier Foods in three-years’ time.
Car allowance
For certain job roles in the business a car allowance is given.
Bonus scheme
Our bonus scheme is available for certain job grades and subject to the company achieving its Trading Profit target and individuals delivering their own goals.
Our purpose and values
We are passionate about food, but we are also really passionate about being a purpose-led organisation. Our company purpose – Enriching Life Through Food – guides our actions every day.
Enriching Life Plan
Read more about our ESG strategy known as our Enriching Life Plan, which encompasses everything we touch, from the products we make to the ingredients we source and the communities we operate in.
Meet the senior team
Our Board of Directors are responsible for the governance of the Group and our Executive Leadership Team have day-to-day responsibility for managing the business.