We are the internal recruitment partner for our client, a well‑established Award winning food supplier.
Grasmere Farm is seeking a hands‑on Butchery Factory Manager to lead their production operation. You will oversee a team of skilled butchers, sausage makers and order assembly staff, ensuring the smooth running of all daily activities within a busy butchery environment.
This role is ideal for someone with strong leadership skills, a practical approach, and experience within food manufacturing.
In particular, you will:
* Managing and supporting the butchery team (8 staff)
* Overseeing production for supermarkets, wholesalers, shops, online customers and our own stores
* Maintaining stock control and completing regular stock takes
* Remaining hands‑on where required (butchery tasks, order assembly, burger production, sausage making, slicing etc.)
* Ensuring compliance with FSA and SALSA standards (audit training can be provided)
* Upholding high standards of hygiene, traceability, and health & safety
* Managing workflow, labour planning and daily operational requirements
* Solving daily production issues quickly and effectively
Who we are looking for:
With a friendly, approachable style you will have:
* Strong background in food manufacturing or production management
* Able to manage and motivate butchers and production staff
* Highly organised with excellent multitasking ability
* Comfortable working in a busy, fast‑paced environment
* Able to handle challenging personalities when needed
* Audit knowledge beneficial
On offer:
* Salary depending on experience
* Working Hours: 7.00am- 5.00pm across Monday - Thursday and 7.00am – 3.00pm
* 28 days holiday including bank holidays
* Company Pension
If you have the right attributes, skillset and feel you will be able to add value, then what are you waiting for…hit that apply button to find out more