Production Manager - Growth Opportunity

Production Manager – Central Kitchen (Food Production)

Location: London
Salary: up to £55,000 (depending on experience)

About the Role

A rapidly growing multi-site food business is seeking an experienced Production Manager to take full ownership of its central kitchen operations and help drive the next phase of expansion.

This pivotal position will see you leading a talented team of chefs in a high-volume production environment, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and compliance at every stage. With exciting growth plans ahead — including BRC accreditation, new food line development, and future franchising — this is an outstanding opportunity for a dynamic, hands-on production leader to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all aspects of central kitchen production, including in-house butchery, prep, and logisticsDrive food safety, hygiene, and BRC compliance to meet the highest industry standardsLead and develop a diverse team of chefs, ensuring consistent delivery and operational excellenceManage stock control, procurement, and production planning through centralised systemsAnalyse, streamline, and optimise processes to support scale and efficiencySupport the introduction and rollout of new food lines across the businessMaintain a hands-on leadership style, providing technical support and training where needed

The Ideal Candidate:

Proven experience as a Production Manager, Head of Production, or Senior Chef in a multi-site or high-volume food businessStrong knowledge of food safety, BRC compliance, and operational systemsA natural leader with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage and inspire multicultural teamsAnalytical and process-driven, with a growth mindset and a focus on continuous improvementChef background essential; experience with Indian or world cuisine beneficial but not requiredFlexible and adaptable to meet production demands across varied shifts

What’s on Offer:

Competitive salary package circa £60,000+ depending on experienceA leadership role within a fast-scaling, innovative food businessThe chance to shape systems, standards, and growth across central production operations

Apply today or send your CV in confidence to ben@Cor-elevate.com to discuss this opportunity further.