Job Description

About Us

Field Doctor is a fast-growing, entrepreneurial food business based in Weston-Super-Mare. We make chef-made, amazing tasting, dietitian led nutritionally supercharged frozen meals that are delivered direct to our customers. All our award-winning meals are made in our kitchens in Weston Super Mare. Customers order from our ranges based on their medical condition, health goals or dietary choices (or just simply because they look deliciously healthy!!).

We're proud of what we do, and we're looking for someone who shares our passion for great food, high standards, and building an amazing team.

The Role

We're on the hunt for a hands-on Production Manager to lead our kitchen and production teams. This role is central to keeping our food production running smoothly, safely, and efficiently--day in, day out.

You'll be part of the leadership team and report to the Operations Manager but this is also very much a hands-on role where you'll be expected to muck in and support your team when things get hectic!

You'll need solid experience in food production and food safety, as well as proven experience managing people - you'll have a team of around 24 which includes Production Operatives, Cooks, and Team Leaders. You'll also need to be someone who's not afraid to roll up their sleeves when it's needed and can lead by example.

Working Hours

This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, mostly during the daytime. However, we'll expect some flexibility--there may be early starts or later finishes from time to time so that you can be present and available to support team members who work varied shifts from 6 in the morning until 10 pm.

What You'll Be Doing

Leading the team

: Motivate and support the team on shift. Help create a collaborative, high-performing environment with a focus on development and wellbeing.

Managing production

: Ensure our meals are made on time, to spec, and to the highest food safety and quality standards.

Food safety & quality

: Maintain and support our SALSA accreditation. Make sure production and audit paperwork is completed accurately and consistently.

Planning & resourcing

: Work closely with the Operations Manager to plan production based on sales forecasts, ingredient availability, and team capacity.

Problem solving

: Respond to challenges on the floor fast, with practical solutions.

Cost & efficiency

: Help manage labour and materials costs. Use lean principles to reduce waste and improve performance.

Health & safety

: Make sure your team is working safely and that any issues are addressed quickly and effectively.

Continuous improvement

: Spot opportunities for better ways of working and bring the team on the journey with you.

Reporting

: Keep accurate records on safety, stock, production, and team performance.

What We're Looking For

Experience in a food manufacturing or production environment is essential. A good understanding of food safety and quality systems (ideally including SALSA or similar). Previous experience managing and motivating a team. Strong communication skills--you're someone who listens, gives clear direction, and builds trust. A "muck-in" mentality--you're effective at leading the team but also happy supporting 'on the production line' when needed. Passion for high-quality food and doing things properly.

Salary

The salary for this role is 34,00 - 38,000 but we may be prepared to pay more for the right person.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,000.00-38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking Language training provided On-site parking
Application question(s):

What is your current notice period? What is your current salary? Are you currently based near, or able to travel to Weston Super Mare on a daily basis? Please provide a covering letter indicating why you are interested in this role and what you believe you can bring to the position and the organisation.
Experience:

food production: 1 year (preferred) people management: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: FDPM2025