Food Production Manager

Pure; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Food Production Manager to oversee their central kitchen operations. The role focuses on compliance, quality, and efficiency, ensuring high standards in food safety and production processes. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in food production management, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills. This position offers a supportive environment and the opportunity to work with a growing brand.

Benefits

Salary up to £37k per annum

Daily allowance of £15 for food and drinks

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in food production management.
• Experience in a SALSA or BRC-accredited environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all food production processes.
• Maintain adherence to SALSA accreditation standards and food hygiene regulations.
• Supervise and coach kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Food Safety

Education

Food Production Management

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

At Pure, we pride ourselves on producing fresh, high-quality food for our retail and wholesale partners. Our Central Kitchen is a high-performance environment, supplying a wide range of products daily with precision, care, and consistency. As a SALSA-accredited operation, food safety, structure, and accountability are at the core of everything we do.

We are looking for a highly structured, detail-oriented Food Production Manager to lead our central kitchen operations with a strong focus on compliance, quality, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all food production processes to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality, safe products.
• Maintain strict adherence to SALSA accreditation standards, health & safety policies, and food hygiene regulations (HACCP, COSHH, etc.).
• Ensure all production activities are well-documented and follow clear standard operating procedures.
• Supervise and coach kitchen staff, promoting accountability, structure, and attention to detail at every level.
• Manage and optimise daily production schedules to meet both retail and wholesale demand.
• Monitor stock levels, manage ordering, and reduce waste through careful planning and control.
• Proactively identify and resolve operational issues, ensuring all kitchen systems run smoothly and safely.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and food safety excellence.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in food production management or a similar central kitchen leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in a SALSA or BRC-accredited environment is highly desirable.
• Meticulously organised with strong planning and documentation skills.
• Deep understanding of food safety legislation and safe working practices.
• A clear communicator who leads by example and holds teams to high standards.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.
• Commitment to quality, consistency, and compliance.

What We Offer:

• Salary up to £37k per annum
• Supportive and structured working environment
• Opportunity to work with a growing and ambitious food brand
• Daily allowance of £15 for food and drinks (worth £3,600 annually)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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