Expire in: 21 days
ROLE: General Manager – Premier Smokehouse Operation
SALARY: £36-40k, bonus potential
LOCATION: Downton, near Salisbury
THE COMPANY:
We are working with a fantastic leading seafood business, who have been a key supplier to hotels, restaurants, and foodservice operators across the South for over 25 years. With a reputation for outstanding quality and service, they are now seeking a highly motivated and experienced General Manager to lead their acquired Smoked Fish production facility, set in a stunning location, near Salisbury.
BENEFITS:
* Performance-based bonus
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Opportunity to lead a passionate, knowledgeable team
* Development opportunities within a growing business
* Working hours are Monday to Friday, 7.30am – 3.30pm.
DUTIES:
* Leading a small team of 3.
* Oversee the full smoked fish production process from raw material to dispatch
* Ensure production targets are achieved within budget and to high quality standards
* Implement efficient schedules, workflows, and resource management
* Maintain and improve food safety, health & safety, and quality assurance systems
* Monitor and report on key operational and financial metrics
* Conducting tours and talking about the smoking process to small audiences
* Lead and develop a team of production staff and supervisors
* Conduct performance reviews and foster a positive work environment
* Manage stock levels and coordinate procurement with suppliers
* Ensure compliance with all UK food safety, environmental, and health & safety legislation
* Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the operation
* Maintain communication with company Directors and internal departments
THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior role within food production, ideally in seafood or smoked goods. Strong leadership, operational efficiency, and a deep understanding of food safety are essential.
Strong knowledge and HACCP Level 3 and Food Manufacturing Level 3 qualifications are also required.
Immediate interviews are available, so please do not delay in applying, should you be interested and experienced
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