Founded in 2004, Smithfield Foods Ltd is the UK based subsidiary of Smithfield Foods Inc, the largest pork processor in the world. The Smithfield Foods group provides market-leading brands and private-label solutions in numerous countries across the globe. Being part of this group means we benefit from the stability and reputation of a global brand famous for its responsible approach to the supply of meat products.
Smithfield Foods Ltd brings delicious and nutritious meat products to millions of people in the UK and around the world in a manner that sets industry benchmarks for sustainability.
We work in all sales channels and market segments with a broad portfolio of branded and private-label meat products, providing everything from traditional deli meats to more modern, convenient foods: pork, poultry, cooked meats, canned meats, hotdogs, pizza toppings, meal components and fresh meats.
Smithfield Foods UK specialises in pork and chicken, with 21 plants located in Europe, focused on the supply of high quality fresh and processed food.
At Smithfield Foods, we recognize that motivated and engaged employees make for a successful organisation. Understanding and taking the time to know how staff feel is an important part of how we can improve our employees’ experience at work.
Smithfield Foods has been part of the BEST Employer East Region initiative since 2014. At the heart of Best Employers is an anonymous survey which gathers employee feedback on everything from organizational culture, to learning and development opportunities. Since 2012 over 33,000 employees in Suffolk Norfolk and Essex have completed the survey; with over 300 organisations taking part in 2023.
We have consistently scored in the top 25% of participating organisations and are pleased to confirm we maintained our Silver accreditation in 2023. This is what the judges said about us:
“Smithfield Foods have made great progress across many areas and we were impressed at the importance that is placed upon the employees voice being heard and acted upon. The attraction, retention and progression of employees is impressive with more than 45% of the current workforce having progressed within the business in some way. Using psychometrics to support individual development and tailoring developments is clearly supporting this approach. Celebrating the success of their people is an important part of what makes Smithfield Foods a good place to work. Their commitment to their local community is evident and we noted the important and positive impact that can be gained from establishing relatively small initiatives, such as using a local social enterprise company for business catering."
If you are interested in a career with us, we’d love to hear from you!
Smithfield Foods UK is certificated by BRCGS - the internationally recognised auditors that ensure that products are safe, legal and of high quality. The BRCGS Global Standards are rigorous and certificates are only awarded to companies that can demonstrate reliable processes, systems and behaviours from all contributors to the supply chain.
If you are interested in buying high quality fresh or processed meat and poultry products for resale in the UK or use in food preparation, please get in touch using our enquiry form.