Job Title: Technical Manager
??Location: Solent
??Salary: c£40-50k
??Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role:
We are partnering with a leading commercial butcher based in the Solent, supplying high-quality meat products to hospitality businesses across the South of the UK. Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Technical Manager to ensure compliance with food safety standards and to maintain their BRC (British Retail Consortium) AA grade rating. This is a key role for a technically skilled professional with a strong background in the food service sector and experience in regulated environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Take ownership of the BRC standard on-site, ensuring full compliance with food safety regulations and maintaining the company's AA grade rating.
- Oversee all aspects of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), ensuring food handling and processing standards are met and adhered to at all times.
- Lead the preparation for the annual BRC audit, scheduled for January, ensuring all documentation, procedures, and safety protocols are up to date.
- Ensure that all processes, from production to delivery, are executed according to the highest food safety standards, identifying and correcting any non-compliance issues.
- Manage and mentor the Technical Assistant, ensuring their tasks align with the company's safety and quality requirements.
- Regularly review and update food safety processes and systems to ensure they meet evolving industry standards.
- Collaborate closely with the Operations Manager to align technical operations with overall business objectives.
- Monitor and report on food safety performance, providing insights and improvements where necessary.
- Ensure a safe working environment within cold, refrigerated conditions, in compliance with industry health and safety regulations.
Key Competencies:
- Strong technical background in food safety, preferably within the food service or meat production industry.
- In-depth knowledge of BRC standards and HACCP principles, with hands-on experience in managing audits and maintaining high-grade certifications.
- Experience working in a cold, refrigerated environment, ensuring processes adhere to temperature control and safety standards.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and prepare thoroughly for audits.
- Strong leadership abilities, with experience managing a small technical team and mentoring staff.
- Ability to work well under pressure, problem-solve, and adapt to regulatory changes.
- High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality standards throughout the operation.
What Our Client Offers:
- A competitive salary within the stated range.
- The opportunity to lead technical operations in a respected company with a strong focus on food safety.
- A supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development.
- The chance to work with a company dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in food safety and quality.
If you are a technically skilled professional with a passion for food safety and quality, and are ready to take ownership of a critical role within this dynamic business, we would love to hear from you.
About Us:
We are a recruitment agency specialising in mid to senior management roles. Our expertise and industry knowledge enable us to connect top talent with outstanding career opportunities. We are committed to supporting both our clients and candidates in achieving their professional goals.