About John West Foods

John West is one of the leading suppliers of canned fish in the country. The history of John West begins with the vision of one man, whose pioneering innovations and passion for fish set the foundations for what they believe and do today. They aim to keep true to that pioneering spirit, from creating new ways to keep fish tasting its best to improving the way they source their fish. John West is dedicated to bringing people uncompromised quality.

John West actively support and encourage personal development and everyone is supported to be their best.

With benefits to employees such as pension, life insurance, 27 days holidays, quarterly massages and being able to take time off for free to volunteer at a charity for the day, John West truly want to make the organisation a great place to work.

John West understand the importance to keep employees' mental wellbeing at the top of their agenda, and so arranged resilience training for everyone to give them the tools needed to manage stress and also give them the confidence to talk to their managers or even their mental health champions when they feel stressed, to ensure a plan can be put in place to help manage this.

What is it like to work for John West Foods

Leadership

80% of staff agreed:

This organisation is run on strong values / principles

The senior management team foster collaboration and build spirited teams. They actively involve others. They understand that mutual respect is what sustains extraordinary efforts; they strive to create an atmosphere of trust and transparency

80% of staff agreed:

This organisation is run on strong values / principles

Giving Something Back

100% of staff agreed:

My organisation encourages charitable activities

The John West offices promote recycling both at work and at home. Their House committee lead on these initiatives and have sent out communications in the past and clearly label all bins to ensure appropriate recycling is done.

100% of staff agreed:

My organisation encourages charitable activities

Fair Deal

62% of staff agreed:

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

The cheque book reward system means that team members are given 10 cheques each. Each cheque equates to a £5 voucher to spend at various retailers. John West encourage Crew to give cheques to their colleagues when they have supported them as a way to say thanks as well as recognising them for good work.

62% of staff agreed:

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

Learn more about the 8 factors of workplace engagement here

Benefits:

Charity Activities

At least 40% of staff are known to undertake charitable activities during business hours without incurring financial loss
Holidays

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Gym

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Health Insurance

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Pensions

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Long Service

40% of employees have more than 5 years' service
Maternity

At least 10 weeks’ full pay or generous alternative
Development

Companies that provide support for non-work related training to all staff