38 Best food manufacture Jobs in United Kingdom (November 2026)

Central Kitchen Production Manager Tease London About Tease London Tease London is a growing premium food and beverage brand, offering fresh, high-quality products across our retail locations. We are looking for an experienced, organised and hands-on Central Kitchen Production Manager to take full responsibility for our central production kitchen at Encore Kitchens, Linford Street, London. Our kitchen currently supplies three Tease London locations, and we need someone who can ensure production runs smoothly, products are consistently prepared to the highest standards, and every store receives exactly what it needs, on time. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, leading a team, improving processes and making a real difference within a growing business. The Role As our Central Kitchen Production Manager, you will oversee the daily running of the kitchen, from production planning and food preparation to stock management, team supervision, food safety and distribution. You will work closely with the Head of Operations and store managers to ensure production meets business needs while maintaining excellent standards and controlling costs. This is a hands-on management role. We're looking for someone who is equally comfortable organising production, managing stock, leading a team and getting involved in preparing products when needed. Key ResponsibilitiesProduction & Kitchen Operations • Take full ownership of the day-to-day running of the central kitchen., • Plan and manage daily and weekly production schedules for all three retail locations., • Ensure all products are prepared consistently according to recipes, portion sizes and brand standards., • Organise production to ensure store orders are completed accurately and on time., • Maintain high standards of product quality, freshness and presentation., • Improve kitchen processes, productivity and overall operational efficiency., • Anticipate production needs and resolve problems proactively. Stock Control, Ordering & Waste Management • Manage ingredient, packaging and finished-product stock levels., • Place supplier orders and maintain good supplier relationships., • Conduct regular stocktakes and ensure accurate stock records., • Monitor stock rotation, expiry dates and product shelf life., • Plan production based on store demand to avoid overproduction and shortages., • Monitor and reduce food waste without affecting product availability., • Identify opportunities to improve food costs and production efficiency., • Work closely with store managers to establish and maintain appropriate stock levels. Team Management • Lead, train and support a small kitchen production team., • Organise daily responsibilities and production priorities., • Prepare rotas and ensure appropriate staffing levels., • Monitor team performance, productivity and standards., • Create a positive, organised and efficient working environment., • Support production directly whenever required. Food Safety & Compliance • Ensure full compliance with UK food safety and hygiene regulations., • Maintain HACCP procedures and all required food safety documentation., • Oversee temperature checks, cleaning schedules and daily hygiene standards., • Ensure correct allergen management, product labelling and traceability., • Maintain effective stock rotation and safe food storage procedures., • Ensure the kitchen is consistently ready for food safety inspections. Store Deliveries & Communication • Coordinate production and order preparation for our retail locations., • Ensure all deliveries are accurate, properly labelled and ready on schedule., • Communicate regularly with store managers about stock availability and production requirements., • Address shortages, delivery issues and changes in demand promptly., • Report production performance, waste, stock issues and improvements to the Head of Operations. What We're Looking For Essential Requirements • Previous experience as a Kitchen Production Manager, Central Kitchen Manager, Production Supervisor or similar., • Experience working in a commercial production kitchen, central kitchen or food manufacturing environment., • Strong knowledge of UK food safety, HACCP and allergen regulations., • Experience managing kitchen teams and organising production schedules., • Good understanding of inventory management, ordering, stock rotation and food costs., • Excellent organisational, planning and problem-solving skills., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency., • Confidence working independently and taking responsibility for daily operations., • A proactive, practical and hands-on approach. Desirable Experience • Experience managing production for multiple retail or hospitality locations., • Experience producing fresh, ready-to-eat food, grab-and-go products, breakfast pots, bowls or similar items., • Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene qualification., • Experience using inventory management or production planning systems., • Experience improving production efficiency and reducing food waste. The Person We're Looking For We want someone who takes genuine pride in running a well-organised, efficient kitchen. Someone who thinks ahead, understands the importance of planning and can take responsibility for ensuring everything runs as it should. You'll know how to balance quality, productivity and cost control, while supporting your team and maintaining excellent food safety standards. We're particularly interested in someone who is proactive, reliable and comfortable making decisions independently, rather than waiting to be told what to do. This role is ideal for an experienced kitchen production professional who wants to take ownership of an operation and play an important part in a growing brand. What We Offer • Competitive salary of £33,000–£36,000, depending on experience., • A key management position within a growing food and beverage business., • The opportunity to take ownership of the central kitchen operation., • The chance to introduce improvements and help shape production processes., • A supportive team and a hands-on working environment., • Opportunities to grow alongside the business.

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Join the team at Willa Foods, where we produce high-quality, chef-made meals in our fast-paced production kitchen. We’re looking for a hands-on Packing Team Leader to lead our packing team, keep the line running efficiently, and make sure every meal is packed to the right quality and food safety standards. Work along side other Packing Team Leaders. What You’ll Do • Lead and support the packing team during daily production., • Organise the team and keep the packing line running efficiently., • Make sure meals are packed accurately and to the correct specification., • Monitor quality, presentation and packing standards throughout the shift., • Ensure food safety, hygiene and cleaning procedures are followed., • Identify and resolve issues quickly to keep production on track., • Work closely with the Production Manager and wider production team., • Set a strong example and help create a positive, productive working environment. What We’re Looking For ✅ Previous experience leading a team in food production, manufacturing, packing or a similar fast-paced environment. ✅ Confident managing people and keeping a team focused and productive. ✅ Strong attention to detail — quality and accuracy matter here. ✅ Comfortable working to production targets and deadlines. ✅ Good understanding of food safety and hygiene. ✅ A hands-on, team-first attitude — you’ll be working alongside the team, not just supervising them. ✅ Reliable, organised and able to stay calm when production gets busy.

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Caravan Coffee Roasters and Brewbar

We've been passionate about great-tasting, 100%-traceable speciality coffee since roasting our first coffee in the basement of our original restaurant 16 years ago. Today, we're a B Corp-certified roaster, producing fresh coffee from our North London roastery, supplying our nine restaurants, Brew Bars, and a growing customer base. We're looking for a hands-on Head of Operations to lead our end-to-end roastery operation. You'll own the operational engine: planning, packaging & consumables procurement, production, fulfilment, customer experience and cost management. You'll build a scalable, efficient operation that delivers consistently high standards of quality and service, whilst leading the team through a period of change and growth. Responsibilities People, Cost & Compliance • Lead and develop the Operations and Customer Experience teams, building a high-performing, solution-focused culture., • Own operational budgets and drive better purchasing, resourcing, production and fulfilment efficiency., • Own site Health & Safety, risk management and compliance, including SALSA and Fairtrade standards., • Embed B Corp principles and measurable sustainability improvements across the operation. Planning & Production • Own the S&OP process, bringing clear decisions through the exec routine, turning demand forecasts into green coffee, packaging, capacity and production scheduling plans., • Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement across the roastery, reducing waste, improving workflows and delivering measurable efficiency gains., • Lead major operational change and automation projects, from business case through to implementation., • Use AI and automation to simplify planning, reporting and operational workflows., • Own Unleashed as the operational source of truth, ensuring accurate inventory, stock movements and master data., • Be hands-on when needed, stepping onto the production floor to solve problems and keep things moving. Procurement & Supplier Management • Own strategic relationships with third-party production and logistics partners, holding them to agreed SLAs, quality and service standards., • Ensure packaging and consumables are competitively priced and regularly benchmarked., • Oversee quality assurance, complaints and compliance documentation. Customer Experience • Support the Customer Experience Manager to deliver a seamless customer journey across D2C and B2B, providing operational support with customer communication, order-to-cash, technical servicing, SLAs and senior-level escalations. The Person • Experienced operator: Proven senior operations experience in food, beverage or FMCG manufacturing., • Lean mindset: Practical experience with Lean/Six Sigma and a track record of delivering measurable improvements., • Hands-on leader: Comfortable getting into the detail, troubleshooting problems and making things happen., • People leader: Able to build, motivate and lead teams through change., • Commercially sharp: Strong planning, budget management and data-driven decision-making skills., • Supply chain savvy: Strong understanding of procurement, inventory and production planning; AI/automation experience essential., • Customer focused: High standards of service and experience leading customer-facing teams. To say thank you for choosing us, we also offer our teams • 50% off all food in our Brew Bars, • Dining discount when visiting our restaurants, • Weekly roastery team lunch, • All of the coffee you can drink on site, • Weekly allowance of coffee for home, • Bike to work scheme, • Mental health and well-being support, • Financial health education and support, • Leadership training and development, • Birthday & Anniversary Treat: on your birthday and work anniversary, you'll receive a Caravan voucher to spend in any of our restaurants, • Development and career progression: 80% of all our management roles are filled internally

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Planthood

Operations Coordinator (Depositing & Dispatch)

Join one of the UK's fastest-growing food businesses. Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced, ambitious food business? Do you enjoy leading a team, solving problems on the production floor, and making sure operations run smoothly? If you're passionate about food production, efficiency, and delivering high-quality products to customers, we'd love to hear from you. We're Planthood, one of the UK's fastest-growing health food companies. Our mission is simple: to help people live healthier, happier lives by making delicious plant-based whole foods more accessible. From our production kitchen in East London, we prepare and deliver thousands of meals across the UK every week. Since launching from Hilary & Will's kitchen in 2020, we've cooked over 4 million meals, appeared on BBC Dragons' Den, and grown by more than 300% year-on-year. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an Operations Coordinator (Depositing & Dispatch) to take ownership of one of the most important stages of our production process. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys leading a team, improving processes and making a real impact on the day-to-day success of our operation. Role Overview The Operations Coordinator (Depositing & Dispatch) is responsible for coordinating and leading one of the most important areas of Planthood's production operation. Our production process is divided into two key departments: Kitchen Production and Packing & Dispatch Production. Once our chefs have prepared sauces and meal components, your team takes over. You'll oversee the depositing process, ensuring our chef made sauces are accurately portioned into pouches using our Riggs Autopack depositing machines, before being sealed using our continuous stand-up sealing machine and prepared for dispatch. As Planthood continues to scale, you'll help lead the introduction of our new twin-head depositing machine and support the launch of our hot filling operation, playing an important role in the next phase of our production growth. You'll coordinate a small production team, keep production running efficiently, maintain high food safety and quality standards, and ensure customer orders are produced accurately and on time. This role combines production coordination, team leadership, equipment ownership, food safety, operational reporting and continuous improvement. Working closely with Production, Quality Control, Warehouse and Operations teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring products move efficiently through production and into our customers' homes. Key Responsibilities Production Coordination • Coordinate daily depositing and packing operations to achieve production targets., • Allocate tasks and manage workflow across the team throughout the shift., • Monitor productivity, efficiency and output during production runs., • Adapt production plans in real time to respond to operational changes., • Ensure production plans are completed accurately and on schedule., • Lead by example and create a positive, motivated and accountable team culture. Depositing Operations • Coordinate the daily operation of our Riggs Autopack Model 1000 depositing machines., • Ensure hot and cold sauces are deposited accurately and consistently., • Oversee the sealing process using our continuous stand-up sealing machine., • Ensure packaging, sealing and labelling standards are maintained., • Monitor allergen controls and food safety procedures throughout production., • Minimise waste and maximise production efficiency., • Support new product launches and production trials. Equipment Ownership & Process Management • Become the operational owner of the depositing and sealing equipment., • Carry out machine start-up, shut-down and routine operational checks., • Troubleshoot day-to-day equipment issues and resolve minor faults where possible., • Escalate maintenance issues where required and work with relevant teams to minimise downtime., • Support the implementation of new equipment and production technologies. Dispatch & Stock Control • Coordinate finished goods counts and dispatch readiness., • Ensure products are organised, labelled, counted and prepared correctly for shipment., • Maintain accurate production and dispatch records., • Support stock accuracy and product traceability., • Work closely with the Warehouse and Dispatch teams to ensure smooth operational flow. Food Safety & Compliance • Ensure team adherence to HACCP, allergen management and food safety standards., • Complete and review production records and operational documentation., • Support investigations into quality issues and operational incidents., • Escalate food safety, quality and compliance concerns appropriately., • Maintain audit readiness within the depositing and dispatch areas. Team Leadership & Development • Lead, support and motivate the depositing and dispatch team., • Train and onboard new team members on production processes and equipment., • Monitor team performance and maintain accountability to standards., • Conduct regular coaching and feedback conversations., • Support the development of team capability and future talent. Communication & Stakeholder Liaison • Act as the main point of contact for depositing and dispatch operations., • Communicate effectively with Production, Quality Control, Warehouse and Operations teams., • Use Slack, spreadsheets and production reporting tools to communicate operational updates., • Flag production risks, delays, shortages and operational concerns., • Support coordination across departments to ensure production targets are achieved. Continuous Improvement • Identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement., • Drive improvements in production efficiency, workflow and organisation., • Support the implementation of new systems, processes and operational changes., • Contribute ideas that improve productivity, quality and team performance. Key Skills & Competencies • Previous experience in a food manufacturing or production environment., • Experience leading or coordinating a small production team., • Strong organisational and time management skills., • Confident leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and support others., • Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and HACCP principles., • Confident numerical skills and ability to work with production targets and operational data., • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets., • Comfortable using communication tools such as Slack and email., • Ability to troubleshoot operational and equipment issues., • Strong communication skills and ability to work across multiple departments., • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production environment. Key Behaviours • Strong sense of ownership and accountability., • Leads by example and sets high standards., • Proactive and solutions-focused., • Calm and organised under pressure., • Positive, professional and supportive., • Committed to food safety, quality and operational excellence., • Strong attention to detail., • Open to learning and continuous improvement., • Ambitious and motivated to grow with the business. What We Offer • A chance to join one of the UK's fastest-growing food businesses., • Opportunities to develop your leadership skills and progress your career., • A supportive, ambitious and collaborative team environment., • The opportunity to make a real impact as we continue to grow.

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ECB Services LTD

Technical & Production Development Manager – French Pâtisserie

15 days ago

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Archway, London

Technical & Production Development Manager – French Pâtisserie About Belle Époque Pâtisserie Belle Époque Pâtisserie is an artisan pâtisserie specialising in authentic French pastries, viennoiserie, cakes and desserts. We supply our own retail shops alongside a growing portfolio of wholesale customers. As our business continues to expand, we are looking for an experienced Technical & Production Development Manager to lead food safety, quality assurance, production improvement and new product development. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional who combines strong technical expertise with a genuine passion for French pâtisserie. You could be an experienced Technical Manager from a premium bakery or food manufacturing background, or an Executive Pastry Chef with substantial technical, commercial and production management experience. The Opportunity Working closely with the Directors and production team, you will play a key role in shaping the next stage of our growth. Your priorities will include leading the business towards SALSA accreditation, strengthening our food safety and quality systems, developing innovative products and improving the efficiency of our production kitchen. You will also lead a practical programme of kitchen modernisation, reviewing equipment, layout and workflows to improve productivity, reduce waste and minimise downtime without compromising the craftsmanship and quality of our products. This is a hands-on leadership role offering genuine scope to influence technical standards, production operations and product innovation. Key Responsibilities Technical, Quality & Food Safety • Lead the business towards successful SALSA accreditation., • Develop, implement and maintain a robust Quality Management System., • Take ownership of HACCP, food safety, quality assurance and allergen management., • Ensure compliance with UK food legislation, customer requirements and relevant industry standards., • Manage supplier approval, product specifications, traceability and technical documentation., • Coordinate internal audits, customer audits and external inspections., • Manage customer technical enquiries, questionnaires and compliance requirements., • Monitor quality performance and drive continuous improvement across production and retail operations. Production Improvement & Kitchen Development • Assess existing kitchen equipment, identifying machinery requiring repair, replacement or upgrading., • Develop a phased equipment investment and kitchen improvement plan with the Directors, including cost comparisons, expected benefits and implementation timescales., • Review kitchen layout, storage, production flow and workspace organisation to eliminate bottlenecks and improve efficiency., • Improve production planning, batch sizes, preparation processes and shift handovers., • Reduce waste, unnecessary handling, production delays and equipment downtime., • Coordinate equipment installation, servicing and preventative maintenance with suppliers and qualified contractors., • Introduce clear standard operating procedures and ensure the team is trained in updated processes and equipment use., • Monitor production output, labour efficiency, waste and downtime while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and product quality. New Product Development • Lead new product development from initial concept through trials, costing, production testing and commercial launch., • Develop and scale recipes that are commercially viable while retaining authentic French pâtisserie standards., • Work closely with pastry chefs and production teams to improve recipes, consistency, presentation and shelf life., • Ensure product specifications, nutritional information, allergen declarations and supporting documentation are accurate., • Support the development of products for retail, wholesale and new commercial opportunities., • Provide technical guidance to wholesale customers and support the successful launch of new products. About You You will be a practical, organised and commercially minded professional who can confidently move between technical compliance, production management and product development. You will understand both the science and discipline of food manufacturing and the craftsmanship required to produce exceptional French pâtisserie. Essential experience and skills: • Proven experience as a Technical Manager, Technical & Quality Manager or Senior Technical professional within bakery, pâtisserie or food manufacturing., • Strong working knowledge of SALSA, BRCGS or equivalent food safety standards., • Excellent understanding of HACCP, food legislation, allergen controls and quality management systems., • Experience preparing for audits and managing customer technical requirements., • A genuine understanding of artisan French pâtisserie, viennoiserie and premium bakery production., • Experience developing, testing and scaling bakery or pâtisserie products for commercial production., • Demonstrable experience improving production efficiency, equipment utilisation, kitchen layout and operational workflows., • Strong project management, organisational and problem-solving skills., • A hands-on leadership style, with the ability to work effectively with pastry chefs, production teams, suppliers and senior management., • Excellent communication skills and the ability to introduce improvements while gaining the team's support. Desirable Qualifications & Experience • Previous experience successfully achieving SALSA accreditation., • A degree or relevant qualification in Food Science, Food Technology or an equivalent discipline., • Advanced HACCP training or qualification., • Experience supplying premium retail, hospitality and wholesale customers., • Professional pastry qualifications or substantial experience in high-end French pâtisserie. Why Join Belle Époque Pâtisserie? At Belle Époque Pâtisserie, we combine traditional French craftsmanship with modern production standards and ambitious plans for growth. Joining us means having the opportunity to: • Make a meaningful impact on the future of an expanding artisan pâtisserie business., • Lead the development of our technical systems and food safety culture., • Modernise production facilities and introduce practical, measurable improvements., • Influence product innovation and bring new pâtisserie creations to market., • Work directly with the Directors and collaborate with a passionate pastry and production team., • Help build the operational foundations needed to support our growing wholesale business. This is more than a technical compliance role. It is an opportunity to combine expertise in food safety, production development and French pâtisserie to help a growing business reach its full potential. How to Apply If you have the technical expertise, production experience and passion for exceptional French pâtisserie to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and what you could bring to Belle Époque Pâtisserie. Location: London, N5 Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

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KB Natural Foods

Business Development Manager

• Develop and execute a market growth strategy for the UK food sector., • Identify and secure a new customer opportunities across food manufacturing,, • Processing, packaging, logistics, distribution and retail supply chains., • Liaises with other senior staff to determine the range of goods or services to be sold, contributes to the development of sales strategies and setting of sales targets, • Compiles and analyses sales figures, prepares proposals for marketing campaigns and promotional activities and undertakes market research, • Recruits and trains junior sales staff, • Produces reports and recommendations concerning marketing and sales strategies for senior management, • Keeps up to date with products and competitors, • Ensure a seamless transition from sale to service delivery

Job Advert – Delivery Driver Weekend and Night Work Essential Job title: Van Delivery Driver • Salary: £35,000 – £37,000 per annum, • Terms: Initial 3-month probation with a performance-based pay rise Hours: 45 per week Benefits: 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme - Health Assured 75% discount on food and drink on shift 30% discount off shift ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Opportunity: We have an exciting opportunity available for a new Van Driver to join our business! Here at L’ETO Group, we take great pride in our internal development. Most of our leaders have developed into their roles with us. This is a key part of what we are about. Due to business growth, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our business and help us achieve greatness. Who are L’ETO Group I hear you ask? L’ETO Group is a renowned brand known for delivering exceptional culinary experiences through our chain of cafes and restaurants. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality products and creating memorable experiences for our customers. Our commitment to excellence and innovation has positioned us as a leader in the food and beverage industry. Starting as a bright café in Soho, London, L’ETO has transformed into an all-day dining restaurant with 40 branches in 7 countries including the UK, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar and Jordan. We have 6 essential focuses to our business that we live and breathe every day: • Unique Product - We believe in our product. It is unique and ideal for our customer base. We pride ourselves in having unique teams too, where everyone is welcome and given opportunity to grow with us, • Open Communication - We believe in being open and honest when we communicate. We avoid politics where possible and are always open to feedback from our teams, • Continuous Learning - Every day is a school day! We believe in continuously learning from each other and from our experiences, • Opportunities to Grow - We are a growing business! This gives our teams a great opportunity to grow their career with us, • Multinational Enthusiastic Team - We hire people from all backgrounds and have a very healthy, diverse mixture of people from many different backgrounds. We truly believe this supports better performance and growth as a business, • Financial Wealth - We perform well as a business and we like to invest our profits into our business growth and our teams. There are ample opportunities to earn bonus and TRONC for all roles Now let’s talk about your role… 1. Ability to work Night shift and Morning shift as per Rota including swapping shifts as needed., 2. Collect goods from a manufacturer or warehouse and Distribute to our Branches., 3. Plan the delivery route in the most efficient way and follow rota., 4. Load the vehicle in a way that ensures that the planned route matches the order of deliveries., 5. Contact recipients of the delivery while en-route to ensure their presence., 6. Update the tracking system regularly so that customers know when their items will be delivered., 7. Record daily, weekly mileage as well as fuel usage., 8. Make deliveries, share any associated invoice with recipients and get customers’ signatures., 9. Update delivery records and return undelivered items., 10. Carrying out multi drop deliveries to our customers in a safe and timely manner., 11. Adhering to all legislative requirements., 12. Can lift and carry heavy and Light boxes. You would be required to load your vehicle., 13. Sweep out crates, tidy up packing area and clean out van after deliveries. A full Job Description will be made available to you during the hiring process. Essential Experience: • Have a good knowledge of London Geography, • Are reliable and committed, • Have a clean driving license, no ban or endorsement It would be even better (but not essential) if: • You’ve worked in a food production environment. Experience in delivering bread and pastries, would be an advantage. Does this look like your next opportunity? Apply now! What have you got to lose?

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