Food Production Manager

Teleios Recruitment; Derby; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Food Production Manager in Derby. This role involves managing production activities and leading kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food products. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in food production, excellent leadership skills, and knowledge of food hygiene and HACCP requirements. Competitive pay and flexible working hours are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Opportunity to grow with a thriving food business

Supportive team environment

Flexibility with full-time or part-time hours

Qualifications

• Proven management or supervisory experience in food production or manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with industrial cooking kettles.
• In-depth knowledge of food hygiene and HACCP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day production activities ensuring tasks are completed on schedule.
• Lead and develop kitchen staff to ensure high-quality results.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Monitor quality control and production output.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Food Production Manager - Derby

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day production activities, ensuring schedules are met and workflows run efficiently
• Lead, motivate, and develop kitchen staff to deliver consistent high-quality results
• Operate and oversee sauce kettles/jacketed kettles for large-batch cooking
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards at all times
• Monitor quality control, stock levels, and production output to meet demand
• Drive continuous improvement in efficiency, safety, and product consistency

What We\'re Looking For

• Proven management or supervisory experience in a food production or manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience using industrial cooking kettles (sauces, soups, ready meals, etc.)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• In-depth knowledge of food hygiene and HACCP requirements
• A proactive approach with the ability to problem-solve and manage a fast-paced kitchen

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay
• Opportunity to grow with a thriving food business
• Supportive team environment
• Flexibility with full-time or part-time hours