Job Description

PRODUCTION CHEF

Macknade Fine Food Hall creates spaces and experiences that bring communities together around a shared love of food & drink. Encompassing retail, hospitality, events, food service and farming, the Macknade brand has been synonymous with quality and community since 1847.

The Production Chef sits at the heart of Macknade's production operation, responsible for delivering high-volume, consistent, and commercially viable ready-to-eat and ready-to-finish food.

This hands-on role will play a key part in delivering the production kitchen's current range, supporting increased volume and a broader product range into our retail and F&B spaces.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong production discipline, seasonal creativity and batch cooking skills while aligning closely with Macknade's values.

THE ROLE

As Production Chef at Macknade you will:

Deliver high-quality food production at scale while maintaining consistency in taste, presentation, and standards

Manage daily production schedules, prep lists, and inventory requirements

Execute efficient production runs, maximizing oven, chilling and workforce capacity

Ensure accurate batch cooking, yield control, and portion accuracy

Work collaboratively within a team, supporting other departments and developing junior staff where appropriate

You will have:

Proven experience in food production

Strong understanding of batch cooking, yield control, and cost management

Passion for ingredients, provenance, food quality, and flavor

Advanced culinary skills suitable for a high-volume production environment

High standards of food hygiene and safety

BENEFITS

You will get:

20% discount on products, with regular 30% discount weeks

5 days closure over the Christmas and New Year period

Discounts on all onsite partner facilities (Gym/Vets/Massage Therapy/Sauna)

Regular team social activities throughout the year

We are looking for a full time position of up to 42.5 hours per week and this will include working at weekends.

The salary will be from 30,000, dependent on experience

NEXT STEPS

To apply, please read the full job description below and submit a CV with a covering letter via our website www.macknade.com/careers.

Please note we do not guarantee a response to applications made via Indeed

Check us out on social media - @macknade on Instagram and Facebook.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Post:

Production Chef

Responsible To:

Head of Product Development

Overview

The Production Chef sits at the heart of Macknade's production operation, responsible for delivering high-volume, consistent, and commercially viable ready-to-eat and ready-to-finish food.

This hands-on role will play a key part in delivering the production kitchen's current range, supporting increased volume and a broader product range into our retail and F&B spaces.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong production discipline, seasonal creativity and batch cooking skills while aligning closely with Macknade's values.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality food production at scale while maintaining consistency in taste, presentation, and standards Lead the delivery of the day to day Standard Operating Procedures as outlined: Manage daily production schedules, prep lists, and inventory requirements Execute efficient production runs, maximizing oven, chilling and workforce capacity Adapt production plans quickly in response to changing priorities, last-minute requirements and waste streams Monitor waste reduction and stock rotation (FIFO), ensuring margin protection Ensure accurate batch cooking, yield control, and portion accuracy Maintain exemplary standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance (HACCP) Work collaboratively within a team, supporting other departments and developing junior staff where appropriate Communicate effectively across departments to ensure smooth operations

Key Attributes & Experience

Proven experience in food production Strong understanding of batch cooking, yield control, and cost management Passion for ingredients, provenance, food quality, and flavor Experience working within seasonal production environments Calm, adaptable, and solutions-focused under pressure Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain standards & product consistency Excellent organisation and communication skills

Technical & Culinary Skills

Advanced culinary skills suitable for a high-volume production environment Knowledge of preservation techniques (vac-packing, freezing, pickling, curing, etc.) Understanding of shelf-life management and labelling regulations Strong understanding of allergen compliance

Compliance & Standards

High standards of food hygiene and safety Full understanding of HACCP principles Commitment to EHO compliance and audit success
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Discounted or free food Financial planning services Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Store discount
Work Location: In person