Management Trainee

Management Trainee

Our journey began back in 1929. Since then, we’ve continued to build a strong and resilient business with a great future. It's why we believe we’re the best foodservice provider in the country.

Where has your journey taken you so far?

• Do you have a 2:1 or 1st degree (in any subject)?
• Have you shown leadership abilities through sport, work experience or extra-curricular activities?
• Do you have a full driving licence?
• Are you able to attend an in-person assessment centre on the 19th February in Manchester?

So if you’re keen to learn more about foodservice and management, why not make our journey your journey?

Play an important part in our journey

We’re focused on the success and future of our business. So we’re making sure we’ve got a strong pipeline of future leaders across the business to drive our business forward. As a management trainee graduate, you’ll take part in a three-year rotational development programme, which will see you jumpstart your career, alongside several other graduates across our business. Our graduate programmes aim to develop your knowledge and skills by providing the support you need to become a successful manager in our business. With this, we’ll match your potential, capability, and aspirations with our current and future business needs.

Our programme includes a series of placements across departments to maximise your exposure and understanding of our full business operating cycle. Delivered through:

• An 18-month placement in and around Manchester
• Followed by a further 18-month placement based in and around Slough 

You’ll carry out a diverse range of 26-week placements covering supply chain, finance, corporate procurement and free trade sales, as well as operational placements in Transport and Warehouse operations. All with a focus on understanding the inner workings of our business to prepare you for your future role. At Bidfood, you’ll be in charge of your own destiny. And you’ll get plenty of opportunities to get involved with company-wide projects, business improvements and exploring various parts of the business.

As part of the programme, you’ll have a dedicated mentor, job shadow opportunities and a schedule of additional training and master class sessions offered to you, to enhance your knowledge and skills. So if you’re looking for a scheme that will challenge you, support your learning and provide you with an environment to push your personal growth – apply today! 

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as a minimum and the opportunity to buy more
• A pension - contribute 4% and we’ll match you (after year 1, we’ll match your contributions up to 6%).
• Life cover that you can increase.
• Access to confidential support and counselling, when you need it.
• A health plan that gives you money back on everyday medical costs for all the family, as well as access to a digital GP.

• Exclusive range of high street discounts including cinema, tech, travel, fashion, food and drink.
• Get paid as you earn - access to up to 20% of your pay before payday.
• Opportunity to buy dental cover and critical illness cover.