Head of Production

VFI FOOD PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Singapore is seeking a motivated Production Manager to oversee and manage the production processes of various food products including soups, sauces, and meals. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in F&B Operations and at least 5-7 years of experience in food production. Responsibilities include managing the production team, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and optimizing production efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in food production, central kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills and knowledge of food processing machinery.
• Familiar with ISO 22000 food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the entire production process for soups, sauces, stocks, pastes, meals.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet demand while optimizing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Food safety standards knowledge

Food processing knowledge

Education

Diploma in F&B Operations and Management

Tools

Food processing machinery

Job description

Job Description:

• Oversee and manage the entire production process for soups, sauces, stocks, pastes, meals, and food processing.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet demand while optimizing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards (FSSC:22000, ISO 22000, Halal) and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with R&D teams to improve recipes, product quality, and production techniques.
• Manage and lead the production team, providing training and supervision.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate with maintenance teams for preventive maintenance.
• Maintain production records, analyze output data, and implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Any other duties assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in relevant field of F&B Operations and Management
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in food production, central kitchen, especially in soups, sauces, stocks, pastes, meals, food processing.
• Strong leadership and production planning skills.
• Knowledge of food processing machinery and equipment.
• Familiarity minimally with ISO 22000 Food Safety standards.