Head of Operations Location: Gunstones Bakery, Dronfield Working Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM-5PM Salary: Competitive Benefits About Us Join 2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual that's eager to launch their procurement career. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories, including popular brands like Holland's pies. We are committed to delivering high-quality products to the British public and our retail and food service customers, including major retailers like Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose. About the Role At our Gunstones Bakery site in Dronfield, we produce some of the nation's favourite baked goods, including hot cross buns, brioche rolls, and iced buns, for major retailers such as Marks & Spencer, Tesco, and Aldi. With a rich history dating back to 1862, we pride ourselves on our tradition of quality and innovation, employing around 700 colleagues at our state-of-the-art facility. As Head of Operations, you'll be part of the Senior Leadership Team and report directly into the Site Director. You will be responsible for strategic planning as well as improving day-to-day operations on the shop floor. Key Responsibilities Oversee end-to-end production operations Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Regulatory Standards Developing and lead on key operational strategies Drive process improvement and operational efficiency Lead and develop operational teams About You We are keen to speak to candidates that have led operational teams and have extensive experience within food manufacturing. If you are currently an Operational Leader within the industry looking for a new challenge we'd love to hear from you. Key Skills and Qualifications Track record of delivering strategic projects in line with KPIs Proven leadership skills in a food manufacturing environment Experience using lean manufacturing practices Food Safety and HACCP L4 IOSH but NEBOSH is preferred BRC Audit experience, M&S would be advantageous Benefits 35 days holiday inclusive of the bank holidays Refer a friend scheme Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family Cycle2Work Scheme Why Join Us? As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasise promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us. meals01