Technical & Quality Manager / Senior Consultant (Food Production & Safety) We are partnering with a fast-growing, multi-site food business to hire a Technical & Quality Manager or Senior Consultant to lead food safety, product consistency, and quality standards across a scaling operation.
This is a high-impact role reporting directly to the Managing Director, offering the opportunity to shape, build, and elevate technical and quality systems in a dynamic growth environment. The role is well-suited to both hands-on leaders and more experienced consultants looking to drive change and implement best-in-class standards.
The Role
Quality, Standards & Consistency Own and elevate product consistency across all locations (taste, presentation, portioning)
Define and implement robust quality standards, specifications, and controls
Lead audits, tastings, and site reviews to continuously improve output
Ensure equipment calibration and operational best practice across sites
Batch Recipes & Central Production Develop and standardise scalable batch recipes for multi-site execution
Ensure recipes are commercially viable, efficient, and production-ready
Optimise yields, processes, and shelf life in a high-volume environment
Implement strong documentation, version control, and communication processes
Food Safety & Compliance Lead and evolve HACCP systems across all locations
Ensure full compliance with UK food safety and regulatory requirements
Own allergen, nutritional, and ingredient data integrity
Oversee supplier approval, specifications, and traceability frameworks
Lead internal and external audits (e.g. SALSA, EHO)
Manage incidents end-to-end, including complaints, investigations, and recalls
Product Development (Technical Leadership) Partner with operational teams to ensure products are scalable and launch-ready
Support ingredient sourcing aligned with quality, cost, and supply continuity
Define specifications and contribute to supplier validation and onboarding
What Were Looking For Experience Proven background in multi-site food operations, central production, or consultancy
Strong experience developing and scaling batch recipes in high-volume environments
Deep knowledge of food safety, HACCP, allergens, and UK regulatory frameworks
Track record of implementing or improving technical and quality systems
For senior candidates: experience leading programmes, advising leadership teams, or operating in a consultancy/interim capacity
Skills Strong commercial and operational awareness
Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership
Structured, analytical approach to problem-solving and process improvement
Personal Attributes Detail-driven with a passion for quality and consistency
Pragmatic, organised, and solutions-focused
Calm under pressure with a proactive, hands-on mindset
Credible operator who builds trust through expertise and delivery
Part-time (3 days per week), with scope to increase to full-time within 10 months
£40,000 - £45,000 for three days
Opportunity to shapa an entire department and be part of excitig growth
Based across Central Production Unit (Wembley), Camden office, and London sites
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