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This is a wonderfully varied role, perfect for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck into all sorts of tasty projects. You’ll be working closely with our Product Development and Marketing teams to help shape and strengthen the packaging that brings our food to life on shelf. Alongside this, you’ll be dreaming up fresh packaging ideas for both our much‑loved favourites and the exciting new products we’re exploring. You’ll also play an important part in our sustainability journey, reviewing how we’re doing against our packaging targets, spotting opportunities to do better, and partnering with our Sustainability Manager to help us hit our goals as part of our bigger, planet‑kind strategy. What you will be DOING? • Lead all packaging focussed projects, from finished products to incoming raw materials), liaising cross functionally., • Working with the process team, support initial packaging trials, • Responsible for the generation of packaging briefs and liaising with packaging suppliers, • Accountable for the artwork process, managing changes to existing packaging and the creation of new packaging. Ensuring OTIF delivery, • Investigate and prepare business cases for structural packaging optimisation projects (cost saving or consumer driven) without compromising the product integrity, • Lead projects to deliver packaging reduction, reusability or recycled content improvements whilst considering current operational needs/capabilities (including raw materials coming into the business) What SKILLS do you need to have? Essential • Knowledge/experience of an FMCG environment in a Packaging Technical role with a proficiency across a broad range of packaging materials and their respective machinery interfaces, with a strong focus on sustainability, packaging waste and the environment, • Knowledge of print processes and relationships with printers, • Project management & collaboration skills to lead a cross functional team, • Highly motivated individual with strong interpersonal, communication & relationship building skills., • Resilience combined with emotional intelligence to build collaborative powerful relationships., • Ability to work to and achieve against stretching targets within agreed timescales providing updates throughout the project., • Ability to work under pressure whilst able to prioritise and drive multiple projects at once to ensure all agreed targets are achieved, • Good commercial understanding and ability to provide directional costs to the business in a clear understandable way, • Ability to work independently to deliver results Ideal • Have accomplished IT Skills in Microsoft programs, • Honours or Degree Equivalent in Science or Engineering or a Packaging Diploma is preferable What will HIGGIDY do for you? • Delicious complementary Higgidy food, • Competitive holiday entitlement with the potential to buy/sell extra holiday days, • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave, • An array of discounts and benefits through the Perkbox platform, • A volunteer day to support a charity or cause you're passionate about through a dedicated day away from work, • Access to exciting company events, including our annual Higgidy Picnic!

Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. \n\n We’re not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. \n\n The role… \n\n Job Title: Chef Manager \n\n School Location: Durrington High School, Worthing, BN13 \n\n Working Days: Monday to Friday (occasional weekends) \n\n Shifts & Working hours: 6.30/7am-3.30/4pm (45 hours per week) \n\n Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year ( term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) \n\n Pay Details: £38,000 per year \n\n Benefits: Bonus potential of up to 10% of salary (Companies Discression), \n\n Free meals onshift & IFG uniform \n\n Company pension and other great IFG benefits \n\n \n\n Your Background… \n\n We’re open to people with great cooking and people management skills. You will be an experienced Chef Manager, used to cooking using fresh seasonal ingredients at volume, managing your kitchen and liaising directly with onsite clients. \n\n As manager you will head up the team, making sure service runs smoothly and that all due diligence is adhered to. \n\n We’re not in the business of making school food, we’re here to make good food, after all, that’s why our clients and customers love us! \n\n \n\n What’s in it for me? \n\n So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? \n\n Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. \n\n As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift! (and uniform) \n\n We’ll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. \n\n There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we’ve got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! \n\n We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers... \n\n \n\n Next steps… \n\n If you think you’ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we’d love to hear from you! \n\n An interview and kitchen visit will be required for this role. \n\n IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children’s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. \n\n We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.

Restaurant Supervisor - Worthing Role: Restaurant Supervisor / Manager on Duty / Duty Manager / Team Leader Pay: Up to £14.40 per hour, after successful training, including benefits. Hourly Rate breakdown: Starting at up to £12.71 per hour, plus £1.50 per hour tronc average. At ASK Italian, our people are the heart of our restaurants. ASK Factor is our philosophy, who we are, and showcases our inclusive and full-hearted personality. We're a diverse group of individuals, brought together by our shared passion for delivering excellent food and service. We support everyone in their own journey, and value each person's unique background and experience to create our incredible ASK Italian teams! We live and breathe the ASK Factor and use its core values to guide everything we do: • Heartfelt: We love what we do and believe in what we say., • Respectful: We care about how we make people feel and our impact on the world around us., • Generous: We'll go that extra mile to make a difference., • Comprehensive Training: Starting as a team member you'll receive full training and career development opportunities available through our award-winning Journey programme., • Generous Discounts: 50% off at ASK Italian and Zizzi restaurants, including drinks., • Free Meals: Enjoy complimentary meals on shift, with access to a discounted menu., • Inclusive Dress Code Policy: Part dress code provided, including shoes., • Paid Holidays: 28 days paid holiday, pro-rata., • Pension Contributions, • Christmas Day Off: Our restaurants are closed, giving you the freedom to celebrate as you choose., • Employee Hub: Access to our online platform where you can manage your schedule, request holidays, and access various benefits, including:, • Early wage access through Stream, • Well-being and GP support for you and your family, • Discounts on lifestyle brands, including gyms, cinemas, and travel, • Community Volunteering: 1 paid day per year to volunteer in your local food bank., • A Welcoming Team Environment: Be part of a team that values collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual respect. Create memorable experiences and make friends for life. What We Ask of You: As an ASK Restaurant Supervisor, we value: • Passion: A love for people, diverse cultures, food, and all things Italian., • Hospitality: A welcoming attitude, making every customer feel at home., • Teamwork: The ability to lead a team and work well in a fast-paced environment, with attention to detail and a commitment to excellent service and standards.

Sales Manager Capital Equipment - Food & FMCG Manufacturing Territory: UK & Ireland Location: Home-Based Pay: £60,000 - £70,000 (DOE) + Commission & Car Allowance The Opportunity SimWest is partnering with a specialist engineering company that designs and manufactures value-added capital equipment for the food manufacturing industry. Due to continued growth and strong demand from food producers across the UK and Ireland, the business is now looking to appoint an experienced Sales Manager to drive commercial growth within the territory. This is a home-based role with significant autonomy, where you will take ownership of the UK & Ireland sales territory and work closely with internal engineering teams to develop bespoke machinery solutions for food manufacturing customers. The role will focus on selling high-value capital equipment and engineered machinery, working consultatively with customers to understand their production challenges and deliver tailored solutions that improve efficiency, capacity and reliability. The Role The Sales Manager will be responsible for managing key customer relationships while also identifying and developing new business opportunities across the food manufacturing sector. You will work closely with production, engineering and senior leadership teams within customer organisations, positioning yourself as a trusted partner. Typical responsibilities include: • Managing and developing relationships with food manufacturing and FMCG production businesses, • Identifying customer production challenges and proposing value-added machinery and automation solutions, • Selling capital equipment projects and bespoke engineered systems, • Managing the full sales lifecycle from initial enquiry through to order, • Working closely with internal engineering teams to translate customer requirements into technical proposals, • Developing new opportunities within existing accounts while identifying new customers within the territory, • Maintaining regular contact with key decision makers including Engineering Managers, Factory Managers, Operations Directors and Managing Directors, • Travelling across the UK & Ireland to visit customer sites About You To be successful in this role you will be a commercially driven sales professional with a proven track record of selling value-added capital equipment or engineered machinery into manufacturing environments. You will be comfortable discussing technical concepts with engineering teams while also demonstrating the commercial value of proposed solutions. Key experience required: • Proven experience selling capital equipment or bespoke machinery, • Experience selling into food manufacturing or FMCG production environments, • A strong background in technical sales, account management or business development, • Experience selling value-added engineered solutions rather than catalogue products, • Ability to communicate confidently with engineering, production and senior leadership teams, • Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage longer sales cycles, • Self-motivated and comfortable managing a home-based territory role Experience selling equipment such as processing machinery, automation systems, packaging machinery or other engineered capital equipment would be highly advantageous. This role covers the UK & Ireland, and while it would be particularly well-suited to someone based in the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire, or South West, we would still be keen to hear from strong candidates located elsewhere who are happy to travel as required. Package • £60,000 - £70,000 basic salary (salary level dependent on experience), • Commission scheme linked to sales value, • Car allowance, • Home-based role, • Established customer base within the food manufacturing sector, • Long-term opportunity within a specialist engineering business Apply If you have experience selling capital equipment or value-added machinery to food or FMCG manufacturers and are looking for a role with genuine autonomy and long-term opportunity, we would be keen to speak with you

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975. Assistant Quality Manager Based in Rochdale, Lancashire Job ref: AZ /64681 Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Department: Quality Assurance Responsible to: Quality / Process Manager Given the current day-to-day requirements in the business, a strategy to introduce new accreditation levels and the fact of introducing a new moulding process at the end of 2026, our client has elected to cover a few bases by introducing this role now. Once proven as a valued contributor, there may be the opportunity to become the full time Quality Manager, offering the potential of promotion. This will hopefully enable the successful candidate to take a longer-term view of the opportunity, as the current incumbent will be retiring within 18 months or so. Main purpose of job: Quality engineering duties in support of operations and new product introduction. Assisting in the development, running and management of the integrated management systems across the business. Assisting in the day-to-day management of the quality team across all sites. Main responsibilities: · You will be the lead in establishing / improving product and process quality standards and methodologies for new and existing products and processes with the manufacturing team, customers, and suppliers. · Key to the development, introduction and approval of new products and processes both internally and externally as part of a new product introduction team. · Be the first point of contact for customer quality concerns and the lead, in investigating and resolving the issues including the tracking of them through to financial closure and reporting. · Carry out customer and supplier visits in line with the needs of the business and customer requirements. · Lead the process owners and stakeholders in the process mapping and development of documentation for transactional work instructions and manufacturing standard operation instructions. · Carry out and assist in managing internal and external audits in support of the quality manager in line with the audit plan and as required to support new product introduction and purchasing activities. · Monitoring and review of customer score cards; the develop data gathering processes for the analysis and reporting of the business key performance indicators to the senior management team. Education & Experience: · An engineering-based degree / HND or equivalent qualification, or substantial experience in the plastics manufacturing industry. · ISO9001 / 14001 qualified auditor · Trained and practitioner in the IATF core quality tools. · Proven hands-on performance and deliverables in a quality engineer / manager role focused on product and process improvements. · Operated in a manufacturing tier one organisation into major automotive / blue chip customers. · Experience of managing a semi-skilled team to achieve improvements. · Strong capability in defining data collection systems, analysis and reporting. · High level of IT skills across Microsoft platforms, ERP systems and customer websites / portals. Skills & Qualities: · A strong, calm and measured character. · Self driven leader. · Data driven decisive decision maker. · Detail conscious. · Excellent communication skills with at all levels (internal and external). · Demonstrable familiarity with the processes such as injection moulding, paint finishing, assembly work. · Passport holder, full UK driving license and ability to travel. · Proven existing documented right to work in the UK. For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders. For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application. Why select Listgrove? · Five Decades of Market Intelligence · Unrivalled Industry Networks · Recognised International brand · HR Qualified Professionals To hear from our clients on how we have supported their search for talent and HR needs, please visit Listgrove’s Case Studies page. Throughout 2026 & 2027 you can meet with Listgrove at the following exhibitions: Interpack, France Innovation Plasturgie, Interplas UK, Plast Milan, Fakuma, ArabPlast, NPE 2027 Performance through People. Listgrove Limited Registered in England No: (phone number removed)

Our client, based in the East Cheshire area, are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer. This is a permanent role paying £35,000 - £45,000 per annum dependant on level of experience. Hours of work are Monday to Friday *8am to 4.30pm. *Potential for some flex in these hours to accommodate traffic etc. The job is commutable from the following areas: • Crewe, Middlewich, Holmes Chapel, Congleton, Macclesfield, Leek, Northwich, Knutsford, Biddulph, Newcastle-under-Lyme & North Stoke areas. To be considered for the Mechanical Project Engineer role, you will need to have 5+ years' experience working within mechanical engineering. You will ideally be from a process driven environment & understand interactions between moving parts; covering process machinery/plant design & associated ancillary equipment, bearings, shafts, rotating machinery, seals etc. This is a really varied role dealing with the internal design / manufacturing teams whilst also communicating with the client. Duties: • Obtain and review client specifications, drawings and analyse results gained from product tests to ensure proposals meet client requirements. * Prepare detailed cost estimates and produce proposal documents to present to the client. * Working closely with clients and in house design / production staff to jointly manage the clients requirement. * Responsible for all project documentation, site surveys and commissioning in the UK. * Occasional site visits to discuss and update client accordingly, perhaps 3-6 times a year. Qualifications and experience: • Bachelor's degree or similar qualification in mechanical engineering. * 5+ years working in mechanical engineering or a process engineering environment. * To be conversant with food or chemical process equipment and control systems. * Working knowledge of Microsoft office. * Understand engineering drawings produced on SolidWorks. * Knowledge of mechanical principles and how equipment interacts. Desirable: • Contract management experience and good commercial awareness. If you feel you are well suited to the Mechanical Project Engineer position, please apply with your full updated CV. If suitable for the role in terms of your location & experience, I will contact you within 24 hours to discuss your application further. Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years of experience of delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries. Kinetic plc treats all applications with a high degree of care, we review all submissions and will attempt to contact applicants who match the job profile. Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV retained to be considered against future opportunities

White Label Recruitment are working exclusively with a leading global pump manufacturee who are looking to hire two hires across the North (North West / North East – no Scotland): • Area Sales Manager, • Key Account Manager This is a proper pump sales environment, selling a broad range of pump and fluid handling solutions into chemical, food & beverage, utilities and general manufacturing. 1. Area Sales Manager – North A classic territory sales role: • Roughly 50% account management / 50% new business, • Managing and growing a regional customer base, • Winning new business across end users, integrators and distribution, • Full ownership of territory, pipeline and diary 2. Key Account Manager – North A more account-led role, focused on: • Managing higher-value, key customers (e.g. utilities, major industrial users), • Growing existing accounts and developing long-term relationships, • Identifying opportunities within established customers, • Less emphasis on cold new business, more on account growth and development The Person (for both roles) They are keen to speak to individuals who: • Have strong experience selling a wide range of pumps or fluid handling equipment, • Come from either a manufacturer or distributor background, • Have sold into industrial/process environments, • Are comfortable managing their own territory, pipeline and customers Package • Highly competitive base salary, • Strong bonus structure, • Company car + full benefits Why these roles? • Two different routes depending on your strengths (new business vs key accounts), • Established global brand with strong product offering, • Genuine opportunity to take ownership of a key Northern region

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975. Application Development and Technical Service Manager – PU Adhesives Based in Cheshire Job ref: EG /64821 A global specialty chemicals and high-performance materials manufacturer committed to improving the world through innovation. The business develops solutions that address emerging challenges across diverse industries including adhesives, coatings, elastomers, bioplastics, automotive, technical textiles, plastics processing and energy. With a long-track record of profitability, the company has recently undergone significant investment, repositioning and strategic refinement to ensure long-term, sustainable growth in evolving and highly competitive global markets. Key Responsibilities: · Reporting to the Innovation Director, the Application Development & Technical Service (AD/TS) Manager’s main function is to drive growth in the Adhesives and Sealants business segment by leading the technical activities associated with that segment, in close collaboration with the Market Segment Manager and Sales team. Technical & Innovation Leadership: · Define and lead short- and long-term innovation programmes for polyurethane adhesives, including hotmelt and reactive hotmelt systems. · Oversee the synthesis, formulation, development and technical validation of new PU materials, including Capa polyol-based systems. · Establish and optimise processing and testing methodologies for adhesive and sealant applications. · Monitor market and technology trends within polyurethane adhesives and translate insights into commercially viable opportunities. · Identify, evaluate and implement new materials, processes and analytical techniques to enhance product performance and competitive positioning · Provide technical support by leading Innovation projects, directly managing customer tasks and projects and providing general support to our efforts in the Adhesive and Sealants market. · Responsible for following the technical trends for their specified market segment and working closely with the Market Segment Manager, initiating and delivering the opportunities. Laboratory & Team Leadership: · Take full operational and strategic ownership of the Adhesives & Sealants applications laboratory. · Lead, mentor and develop laboratory personnel (chemist/technician), fostering a high-performance and collaborative team culture. · Lead cross-functional project teams to ensure effective technical execution aligned with commercial objectives. · Drive continuous improvement in laboratory capability, testing standards and technical excellence Customer & Market Engagement: · Act as technical market specialist for the PU Adhesives segment, supporting Sales and Market Segment teams with high-level technical expertise. · Provide technical leadership at customer meetings, product qualifications and application development projects. · Represent the business externally through presentations, webinars, conferences and technical publications where appropriate. · Translate customer needs and market dynamics into structured development projects and actionable innovation pipelines. Project & Compliance Governance: · Own technical project delivery from concept through commercialisation, ensuring quality, timelines and effective resource allocation. · Ensure full compliance with site EHSQ standards, including REACH, COSHH and isocyanate safe-handling protocols. · Maintain robust laboratory governance, equipment maintenance and documentation in line with Innovation department and site standards. Qualifications & Experience: · BSC, MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry or Chemical Engineering · 7 - 10 years industrial laboratory experience with a track record of increasing responsibility with people management. · Demonstrated expertise in formulating, testing and manufacture of polyurethane adhesives. · Experience in the development of hotmelt and reactive hotmelt formulations would be an advantage. · A strong working knowledge of analytical chemistry, polymer physical testing and thermal analysis methods. · Practical knowledge of laboratory safety principles especially in conducting risk analyses and assessing hazardous chemicals (REACH, COSHH). · Evidence of training and good project management skills. For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders. For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application. Why select Listgrove? · Five Decades of Market Intelligence · Unrivalled Industry Networks · Recognised International brand · HR Qualified Professionals To hear from our clients on how we have supported their search for talent and HR needs, please visit Listgrove’s Case Studies page. Throughout 2026 & 2027 you can meet with Listgrove at the following exhibitions: Interpack, France Innovation Plasturgie, Interplas UK, Plast Milan, Fakuma, ArabPlast, NPE 2027. Performance through People. Listgrove Limited Registered in England No: (phone number removed)

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator Food Manufacturing Site-based – Greater Manchester Salary, up to £35K + Benefits Are you passionate about health, safety and sustainability? Do you thrive on making workplaces safer, healthier and more environmentally responsible? A leading player in the food manufacturing sector is on the lookout for a proactive and enthusiastic EHS Coordinator to join their team based in Greater Manchester This is more than just a compliance role – it’s a brilliant opportunity to shape the safety culture, lead behavioural change, and be a driving force in protecting people and the planet. This role offers excellent scope for growth and development. What You’ll Be Doing * Coordinating and implementing EHS policies and procedures to ensure full compliance with UK legislation. * Supporting colleagues and managers with practical, hands-on SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) guidance. * Conducting and leading risk assessments, audits, and inspections across the sites. * Playing a key role in accident investigations and driving proactive safety improvements. * Championing behavioural safety and contributing to a strong safety-first culture. * Leading monthly EHS meetings and maintaining KPIs and management information systems. * Working closely with external bodies and coordinating occupational health and welfare programmes in collaboration with People & Culture teams. * Delivering and facilitating in-house EHS training to raise awareness and embed best practices. * Skill & Experience Needed * A team player with excellent communication and coordination skills. * Strong working knowledge of Excel and comfortable with data and reporting. * Level 4 qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (essential). * Level 4 qualification in Environmental Management (desirable). * Experience within an H&S department, ideally in a food or drink manufacturing setting (preferred but not essential). * A proactive, positive attitude and a genuine passion for EHS. Why Apply? * Work across a dynamic and varied multi-site operation. * Be part of a business that genuinely values safety, sustainability, and its people. * Opportunities for professional development and mentoring. * Make a tangible impact and lead by example in a key business function. If you’re ready to be a voice for safety and want to help build a healthier, safer workplace for all – apply now and take the next bold step in your EHS career

Bakery Manager – Nights This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a friendly and passionate team, working for a well-established and high-quality bakery. About the Bakery Manager job The role oversees the night-time operations of the bakery, ensuring smooth workflows, consistent product quality, and timely production. It involves hands-on bread making, developing new products, and managing a team to foster a positive, high-performing environment. Responsibilities also include efficient scheduling, maintaining food safety and hygiene standards, and providing clear handovers to ensure seamless continuity between shifts. Key tasks * Be involved in leading the night-time operations of the bakery, ensuring smooth, efficient workflows, organising team tasks, maintaining production schedules, and addressing any operational issues to consistently meet output and quality targets. It requires active participation in all stages of bread and pastry production, from mixing and shaping to baking and finishing, while meeting daily demands and maintaining product consistency according to established standards. * Focus on developing new bakery lines by creating, testing, and documenting recipes, ensuring that new products can be produced consistently without compromising quality. * Manage and motivate a small team, providing training, supporting skill development, conducting check-ins, and addressing challenges promptly. * Efficient production planning and time management including scheduling, prioritising tasks, adjusting workflows, and anticipating bottlenecks to ensure timely delivery of products. * Maintain a strict food safety, hygiene, and quality standards is critical, with regular checks, accurate record-keeping, and adherence to cleaning and allergen protocols. * Prepare detailed handovers to the day-shift team, recording completed and outstanding tasks, noting stock levels or equipment issues, communicating priorities, and ensuring all documentation and workspaces are in order to support seamless continuity and consistent quality. About You * The successful candidate shall have experience in commercial baking and have a good understanding of various baking methods/techniques including dough mixing, oven work and finishing bakery products. * Be reliable, self-motivated, and highly organised with a can-do attitude and thrive in a fast-paced, team environment. * Demonstrate strong time-management and leadership skills. More details The Bakery Manager job (ref:9032) is paying £50,000 per annum according to your experience and is a nighttime shift position. The bakery is in West Sussex and is commutable from Steyning, Shoreham-by-Sea, Small Dole, Worthing, Lancing, Brighton and Cowfold and surrounding towns within West Sussex. The package includes Free food on site and parking available, 20 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. The working hours are 5 nights a week - Monday to Friday, 8:00pm to 5:00am. Alternate job titles - Head Baker | Bakery Supervisor | Production Manager – Bakery | Artisan Bakery Manager | Bakery Team Leader | Senior Baker | Bakery Operations Manager | Bakery Shift Manager | Bakery & Production Lead b3 jobs are market-leading recruiters specialising in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, both in the UK and internationally. Founded in May 2000, we are proud of our reputation for being reliable, knowledgeable and resourceful - with our unique blend of honest and professional work ethics. ‎‎‎If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for feel free to register with us Upload Your CV - Food Manufacturing Jobs in the UK

We are partnering with a well-established and highly respected business within the food industry to recruit a Senior Technical Manager. This is a pivotal leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape and drive the technical function on-site while playing a key part in the overall site leadership team. As the most senior technical professional within the business, you will take ownership of the site's technical strategy, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance are consistently achieved and maintained. Key Responsibilities: -Lead the site's technical function, setting and delivering the technical strategy -Drive and uphold the highest standards across quality, food safety, and compliance -Manage and develop technical and quality teams, fostering a high-performance culture -Work collaboratively with Production and NPD to support business objectives -Build and maintain strong relationships with major UK retailers, customers, and suppliers -Act as the technical lead for all customer and external audits and site visits -Ensure full compliance with industry standards, including BRC and HACCP -Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across site Requirements: Proven experience in a Senior Technical or similar leadership role within the food industry Demonstrable experience working with major UK retailers Strong knowledge of BRC standards and HACCP principles A strategic thinker with the ability to influence at senior level A proven leader with a track record of developing and motivating teams Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Salary - £80,000 - £85,000 (Dependent on experience) This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where you can make a real impact. You will play a key role in shaping technical standards, driving continuous improvement, and contributing to the ongoing success of the site. The ideal candidate will be working in a similar position within food production. If you feel this exceptional opportunity is for you and you meet the above criteria, then click apply and send us an updated copy of your CV - alternatively you can send through your C.V to (url removed) or phone (phone number removed). As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)

Hospitality Supervisor - New Care Home Opening! £34,500 per annum plus company benefits Full Time Hours A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025! Awarded 'One of the UKs Best Companies to Work For Merriman Grange is a luxurious residential and dementia care home based in Worthing offering state-of-the-art facilities, which include 72 large ensuite bedrooms and 5 luxury care suites. The home also features luxurious lounges and dining rooms, an on-site café bar, a cinema and a professional hair and beauty salon. This is an exciting full-time opportunity for an experienced and passionate Hospitality Supervisor. The role will be to ensure that high standards and high customer satisfaction are delivered at all times. The Hospitality Supervisor is the one to take charge in ensuring that operations are run smoothly within the home and that the residents are comfortable and happy. This means ensuring that all areas of the home are kept clean, the food is delicious and enjoyable, and that the team members are accommodating and helpful at all times. The Hospitality Supervisor needs strong communication skills when dealing with team members, residents and family members. You will require a background in hotel or catering management, a knowledge of budget control and purchasing, auditing of environment, food preparation and presentation. The main responsibilities for this role are: 1. Monitor, control and manage the homes budgets, ensuring the departments use nominated suppliers 2. Recruit, train and manage all team members in the above activities in conjunction with the General Manager, ensuring that performance standards are understood and maintained 3. Ensure that the catering service is of the highest standards in terms of presentation and menu content, working closely with the Head Chef in achieving a quality service that is value for money 4. Monitor and support the dining areas at meal times ensuring that the highest standards are met 5. Attend evening and weekend functions as they arise to facilitate a quality service to residents and guests to the home 6. Ensure that the whole home team are appropriately trained and customer service standards are met at all times TPBN1_UKTJ

Company Our client is a well-known North West (UK) based food and beverage sector manufacturer and service business, that has had very impressive growth over recent years across various brands and categories. This company continues to thrive and develop different products as well as relationships with new customers and is looking to push on with yet further growth. Requirement The business is looking to recruit a suitably experienced Procurement Manager, to get involved with strategic purchasing and supply chain matters. Core Responsibilities include • Assisting the Head of Procurement with delivery of the strategy, • Executing purchasing strategies across different categories aligned with supply chain and business goals., • Helping to drive sourcing and purchasing excellence with suppliers., • Mitigating risk proactively, delivering on the company's risk management frameworks Expertise & Traits Needed • Proven experience in procurement and purchasing roles – ideally within the Food and Beverage industries and/or Packaging, • Ideally, demonstrated expertise across multiple categories, • A track record of having successfully implemented procurement savings, risk mitigation, and supplier development programs, • Proven experience in building high standards of procurement, having integrated this into current ways of working to drive improvements, • A deep commitment to ethical / sustainable procurement If this exciting role is perceived to be suitable and of interest, please do get in touch

Company Description Culina Group is a leading UK 3rd party food & drinks logistics provider offering dedicated and shared user warehousing and distribution solutions. At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired! Job Description We have a brand new opportunity to join the team as Group Head of Learning and Development. We are looking for a candidate to be preferably based in the Midlands or North West. This role will be vital in establishing the learning strategy for organisational training and accelerated management and leadership development pathways to ensure the skills, knowledge, and development opportunities needed to perform effectively, grow professionally, and support the organisation’s strategic goals and promote our culture to generate high performance outcomes for our customers. Key responsibilities of the Group Head of Learning & Development: Strategic Leadership: Working with ODR peers (Head of Talent, Head of Reward) and guidance from HR Directors, develop and lead the Group-wide Learning & Development strategy aligned to business priorities and future skills needs. Collaborate with senior leaders across Chilled & Fresh Logistics, Contract Logistics, Networked Transport, CoPacking, Specialist Operations, and Central Support to identify capability gaps. Champion a learning culture that supports cultural alignment, continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence. Translate organisational goals into clear annual and multi‑year learning priorities and roadmaps. Talent Development Strategy: In collaboration with the Head of Talent and Director of Centre of Excellence, develop and implement strategies to develop new talent into key pipeline and critical‑skills roles. Gaining insight from the Head of Talent to understand talent mobility frameworks, design appropriate learning strategies to support progression and movement of internal talent across all levels of the organisation. Align external talent attraction, apprenticeships, early careers, and internal talent development into an integrated Group-wide learning strategy to support Talent across the Group. Learning Program Design & Delivery: Oversee the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of learning programs including onboarding, compliance, leadership development, technical and operational skills. Ensure learning solutions are scalable and accessible across multi‑site, shift‑based, and deskless workforce environments. Lead blended learning design, using digital, classroom, on‑the‑job and coaching approaches. Partner with internal SMEs and external providers to deliver high‑impact, learner‑centred training programs. Working in collaboration with the Head of Talent and EHRBPs, design and oversee specific training programs, performance review processes, and career development initiatives that support the internal progression of professional and managerial employees. Operational Capability & Compliance: Work closely with Health & Safety, Compliance and CI teams to embed mandatory training requirements across all business units. Ensure all training programs meet regulatory and audit requirements for operational sites. Monitor training completion, training currency, and audit readiness, ensuring robust governance processes are in place. Use data to identify compliance risks and implement corrective actions where training gaps exist. Enabling Organisational Adaptability & Growth: Ensure the organisation is equipped with the skills, capabilities, and leadership required to respond effectively to change. Promote a culture of continuous professional development, high performance, and employee engagement. Provide insight and data to support strategic decision-making on workforce capability and future skill requirements. Diversity and inclusion: Promote a diverse and inclusive workplace through targeted initiatives Leadership & Career Development: Co-design and deliver leadership development pathways with the Head of Talent emerging leaders and accelerated leaders. Support internal mobility and career progression through structured development plans, coaching, and capability frameworks. Ensure alignment between L&D, Talent Management, Succession Planning, and performance processes. Embed leadership behaviours that reinforce the organisation’s culture and strategic priorities. Team & Budget Management: Lead, develop, and performance‑manage a team of L&D professionals. Manage the L&D budget and optimise use of the company’s Apprenticeship Levy to maximise ROI. Oversee selection, management, and quality assurance of external training providers. Ensure efficient resource deployment and cost‑effective delivery of all learning initiatives. Collaboration Across Departments: Work closely with HR, Operations, H&S, CI, Compliance, Finance and other key stakeholders to ensure L&D activities are aligned with organisational goals. Integrate learning support into organisational change initiatives, new systems deployment, and process improvement activities. Act as an advisor and strategic partner to senior leaders on capability building, workforce development, and leadership effectiveness. Qualifications Learning Expertise: experienced L&D qualified professional, well versed and practised in applying modern learning ecosystems and have successfully embedded program evaluation models; linking learning to operational metrics. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to inspire trust and collaborate effectively with senior management and employees. Apprenticeships & UK Levy: Knowledge and experience of standards selection (L2–L7), provider governance, EPA readiness, Ofsted/ESFA compliance, funding rules, ILR basics. Compliance & Operational Context (Logistics/Manufacturing): Health & Safety fundamentals, Food Safety where relevant, Transport compliance, MHE training regimes, audit readiness, evidence trails. Understanding of shift‑based workforces and deskless enablement constraints. Change & Continuous Improvement: Change management (sponsor roles, adoption planning, hypercare) and CI/Lean principles to align learning with process improvement. Exceptional communication skills to build relationships, facilitate discussions, and provide feedback constructively. Data Savvy: Can demonstrate proficiency in working with analytics (both in systems and the ability to interpret data and draw logical conclusions), specifically: Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analysing workforce data to identify trends, assess talent gaps, and evaluate the effectiveness of succession plans. Digital Learning & Data: LMS/LXP capabilities (curricula, roles/permissions, automation, multi‑site hierarchies), content libraries, mobile learning. People analytics: data quality, dashboards, linking training records to HRIS/ops data; data privacy basics. Talent & Leadership Architecture: Knowledge and experience of working with/introducing competency/behaviour frameworks, leadership levels, assessment methods (180/360, centres), succession integration. Expertise in developing coaching and mentoring programmes that can guide leaders and upcoming talent in their development journey and prepare them for leadership roles. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to tackle challenges related to learning design and evaluation, learner engagement/uptake, lagging retention, and L&D solutions for operational performance improvement. Knowledge of HR Tools and Practices: Familiarity with talent and learning management systems, performance evaluation techniques, and industry best practices. Cultural Sensitivity: Awareness and respect for diversity to ensure inclusive learning and development strategies. Additional Information As part of our drive to make Culina Group a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers. Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives. Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include: Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement of 25 days plus 8 Bank Holidays Company Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme Private Medical Cover – This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa Car Allowance Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 8% employer Life Assurance - x4 your annual salary Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards. Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam

Are you an Applications Engineer ready to take your career in a new direction? If you enjoy solving real-world design challenges, working closely with customers, and influencing product decisions from concept through to production - this could be your next move. We're looking for a technically strong engineer with a background in passive and board-level electronic components who is keen to step into a customer-facing, commercially focused role. You don't need to be a career salesperson - what matters most is your ability to understand applications, guide component selection, and build trusted relationships with engineers. The Opportunity In this role, you'll act as a technical partner to customers across Northern England, North Wales, and Scotland, supporting them with component selection, design-in activity, and problem-solving across demanding applications. You'll work on projects within sectors such as: Aerospace & Defence Space & Satellite Rail & Industrial Other harsh or high-reliability environmentsThis is a consultative, solutions-led position - not transactional sales. You'll collaborate with internal specialists and global manufacturers to deliver the right technical and commercial outcomes for your customers. What You'll Be Doing Supporting engineers with component selection and application advice Engaging in design discussions, site visits, and technical reviews Identifying and developing new project opportunities Building long-term relationships with engineering and procurement teams Working closely with internal teams to deliver coordinated support Managing your own regional territory with autonomyWhat We're Looking For Strong technical knowledge of electronic components (especially passives) Background in electronics engineering, applications engineering, or technical support Interest in moving into a customer-facing / commercial role Ability to communicate confidently with both engineers and buyers Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working remotely Full UK driving licence and willingness to travelExperience in high-reliability sectors (aerospace, defence, rail, industrial) is highly desirable, but not essential. On offer: Up to £70k salary Commission, hit 100% of targets achieved 5% salary bonus, hit 110% of target then 10% of salary bonus 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, after 5 years service additional 5 days Company car 37.5 hours per week Normal expenses package for meals, travel, hotels etc BUPA - company funded after one year service , after 5 years-service company pay for spouse Pension - Company paid after 3 months 8% of salary, goes up 1% with each year of service, employee can also make salary sacrifice contributions Non-contributory pension Family-friendly policies - e.g. flexible working, compassionate leave, spouse Bupa after 5 years Flat organizational structure - easy access to leadership like the MD Bupa healthcare coverage for employees after 1 year Supportive culture, especially during difficult personal circumstancesInterested? To apply, please follow the 'apply now' link to send your CV to Emma Brighouse at Morgan Ryder Associates. At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy. Our commitment: Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes

• Sous Chef * Quality-driven restaurant * Seasonal small plates concept * £35000 - £39000 per annum +Tronc We are looking for a Sous Chef to join an exciting, quality-led kitchen. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a key role in delivering a refined, seasonal menu, pushing creativity while maintaining exceptional standards across both prep and service. This is an exciting opportunity for a Sous Chef from a Michelin or Rosette-level background who thrives in a professional, detail-driven environment and is looking to be part of a kitchen where food, standards, and ambition are taken seriously. * Experience in a high-quality kitchen (Michelin / Rosette preferred) * Strong technical skills with attention to detail and presentation * Ability to lead service in the Head Chef's absence * Confident training and mentoring junior chefs * Strong organisation and time management skills * Passion for seasonal produce and modern cooking * Calm and reliable under pressure * Opportunity to be part of an opening team * Company pension Apply now! Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. TPBN1_UKCT